Aesthetic Appeal
If you want to give your landscape a truly unique look, using decorative rocks is an ideal way to get as creative as you want with your design. You can use a variety of sizes and colors to give each area its own distinct style. Mexican beach pebbles and river rock will provide a natural appearance, while you can achieve a more modern, minimalistic look with contrasting sections of white and black polished pebbles. Decorative rocks can also be used to level uneven soil and create both visually appealing and practical elements such as walking paths and patios in virtually any area of your yard.
Balanced Moisture
Using decorative rocks on top of your soil will also reduce evaporation, increasing water efficiency. When you place decorative rocks on soil, you’re creating a barrier that minimizes water loss and preserves the moisture your plants and flowers need. The underlying soil will absorb moisture more slowly and stay hydrated for a longer time than it would without the decorative rocks on top of it. The more decorative rocks you use, the greater this protective effect will be.
Erosion Reduction
If soil is especially dry (as is often the case in warm areas like San Diego), a powerful gust of wind can easily blow it away, but the weight of decorative rocks prevents wind from scattering soil. Covering your topsoil with decorative rocks also reduces erosion caused by rainfall and watering your plants.
Weed Prevention
Decorative rocks keep weeds from growing by blocking sunlight in areas where it isn’t needed. In addition, it’s very difficult for weeds to penetrate through decorative rocks and establish roots so they can grow. Decorative rocks are also more cost-effective than mulch, which needs to be replaced regularly. Thus, you’ll have a simple way to keep your landscape looking well-maintained without having to spend a lot of time, money, and effort on weeding.
Before placing your decorative rocks, you’ll need to remove any existing weeds in the area. Make sure the decorative rocks completely cover the areas you want to protect. Leaving too much space between your decorative rocks can allow weeds to grow through the cracks, so consider using decorative rocks of varying sizes and spreading them out in layers.
Using Beach Pebbles & River Rock on Soil
You can make your landscape more appealing by covering your topsoil with colorful beach pebbles and river rock to highlight the plants, trees, and other features in your yard. White pebbles, black river rock, Mexican beach pebbles, and pure gold river rock are all great choices. In particular, white pebbles are a terrific option because they’re not only beautiful but also extremely functional. They can reflect the sunlight onto your plants, and their neutral hue provides a perfect complement for every color of plant and decorative element you have in your design.
Using river rocks on top of your soil is also a great choice because they’re so versatile. They come in an array of beautiful colors, and you don’t have to limit yourself to just spreading them on the ground. There’s a virtually endless variety of practical and visually pleasing ways to use river rocks in your landscape, including:
- Replacing mulch around trees and flower beds
- Building foot-friendly walking paths
- Creating a decorative rock garden
For advice on designing your home’s landscape with river rocks and beach pebbles, reach out to the experts at RS&P Rocks Stones & Pebbles, a premier landscape rock and supply superstore. We specialize in drought-tolerant landscaping materials, including a variety of colored river rock and Mexican beach pebble. To learn how we can help you enhance the character and beauty of your outdoor space, call us today at (866) 380-0580.
