Prep the Ground during the Cooler Parts of the Day
Doing a little prep work might be necessary to keep the rocks in place. For example, you might need to dig out a space in the soil where the layers of rocks can nestle neatly against the ground. Some people also prefer to put down landscaping fabric or weed control barriers. If possible, try to plan for prepping the ground in the morning or evening hours. This can also help you have the space ready for rock delivery so you can start finishing the project right away.
Choose Light-Colored Landscaping Rocks
In hot areas, it’s often best to use white, light grey, or tan pebbles. The lighter surface of the pebbles reflects the sun’s rays, which has a cooling effect. You’ll find this not only keeps the rocks cooler as you place them on the ground, but the rocks will also keep the base of any plants in the landscape cool. If you live in an area with a hot climate like Louisville, Mexican beach pebble is especially well suited for this purpose.
Use a Hose to Keep Everything Cool
Once the rocks are installed, you should be able to enjoy not having to run the sprinklers as often. Yet the ground and rocks might be hot to the touch as you work in the summer heat. Using a hose cools off the rocks and any hard surfaces you’re working around. You’ll also find hosing off the rocks removes any surface dirt that accumulates during shipping to create a beautiful finish.
Avoid Unnecessary Labor with Driveway Delivery
Driving back and forth to your landscaping supply shop just adds more burdens to the project. On top of spending more time walking around in the summer heat, you also use up valuable energy that can be in short supply on hot days, especially when the heat is compounded by oppressive humidity like what you’ll find in Baltimore. Mexican beach pebble and other types of landscape rock can be delivered by a rock supply company straight to your home or commercial building, making landscaping in the summer easier and faster. You also won’t waste fuel driving back and forth to your supply shop.
Dress for the Weather and Stay Hydrated
As a final note, you’ll need to look out for your safety as well as the wellbeing of anyone else who’s helping you with the project. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing. You might even opt to wear clothes with sun-protective qualities. Taking frequent breaks to hydrate and rest can also help you stay safe while you’re landscaping in the summer heat.
No matter what time of year you work on your landscape, you can enhance its character and beauty with a variety of decorative stones. For help with designing your landscape using decorative rocks and beach pebbles, reach out to the experts at RS&P Rock Stone & Pebble, a premier landscape rock and supply superstore. We specialize in drought-tolerant landscaping materials, including a variety of Mexican beach pebble and river rock. To learn how we can help you enhance the look of your landscape, call us today.
