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The Rights and Wrongs of Rock
Crushed granite, pea gravel, and river rock: these small rocks are used to replace the entire lawn. But they can be a recipe for reflected heat in summer and clogged storm drains — and the bare finish may alarm neighbors wary of the aesthetic.
A Border With a Twist
A simple dry streambed of 3-inch river rock does double duty here, drawing a gentle border between large landscape beds and a lilypad of grass.
Add Geometry to Landscape Beds
Within large landscape beds, a strip of granite shadow stone accentuates different planting textures, adding a strong attention-getting geometry as well as an informal pathway useful for maintenance.
Dry Streambeds Built for Downpours
In its most natural form, limestone forms a dry streambed to address drainage during sudden floods.
Form Borders for Landscapes and Walkways
A clever use of hardscape can soften harsh edges. Here, grey granite gravel is combined with flagstones, lending this patio a permeable base that retains moisture instead of contributing to runoff.
Soften Hard Edges
A clever use of hardscape can soften harsh edges. Here, grey granite gravel is combined with flagstones, lending this patio a permeable base that retains moisture instead of contributing to runoff.
Topdressing for a Lush Garden Setting
Instead of a substitute for the landscape, crushed pink granite is used here as a simple topdressing for shapely xeric specimens.
