Not only are landscaping rocks a timeless design feature, but they have other pros, too.
Adding rocks to your front yard is a low-maintenance landscaping optionno green thumb needed.
It’s also great for leveling sloped yards.
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Budget-Friendly Gravel
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Gravelis one of the most budget-friendly landscaping materials.
But, these rocks are functional as well.
Adding rocks to plant beds helpssuffocate weedsand keeps topsoil in place.
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This sloped yard features boulders to help level the garden while also adding a one-of-a-kind design feature.
Landscape rocks make up the garden pathway instead of mulch for a more polished look.
A Seamless Look
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Low maintenance doesn’t mean low on style.
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This home features beautiful concrete pavers that blend seamlessly with therock gardenleading up to the home’s front entrance.
Landscaping rocks and concrete slabs for thedrivewayand front entrance stay true to the minimalistic design of the home.
A simple pathway made from landscaping rocks and concrete stepping stones helps tie the two spaces together.
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The peachfront dooradds a splash of color.
Complementary Colors
This front yard features many lush plants from shrubs to matching topiaries.
Natural Surroundings
A garden thrives when its an extension of its natural surroundings.
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Natural Landscaping
In the Southwest part of the US, the natural landscaping speaks for itself.
Add simple concrete stepping stones to create an easy, budget-friendly home entrance.
Succulents and Landscaping Rocks
Succulents and landscaping rocks go together like peanut butter and jelly.
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Landscaping rocks and succulents are great options in a desert climate where many plants can’t grow.
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Take advantage of your surroundings if you live in a beautiful climate.
Easy Curb Appeal
A nontraditional front yard should have a nontraditional garden.
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This rock garden in front of this home’s gate is a maintenance-free way to addcurb appealto your home.
What is the cheapest rock for landscaping?
Pea gravel is one of the cheapesttypes of landscaping rockavailable.
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It costs around $10 per 25 cubic inches.
It’s a great alternative to mulch because it lasts longer and comes in a variety of colors.
Is it better to use mulch or landscaping rocks?
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Bothmulch and landscaping rockshave their advantages and disadvantages.
They also don’t attract pests like mulch does.
Do it’s crucial that you put anything under landscaping rocks?
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Before laying rocks down, add a layer of landscaping fabric or newspaper.
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