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Looking for that landscaping solution that involves low maintenance in an area that has problematic growing situations? Landscape rock may be the solution for your dilemma.

Landscape rock comes in a wide variety of stones, shapes, colors and sizes. There are multiple types of small stones available to create paths, gardens, or visual imagery in any landscape. Many types of smaller pebbles can be included in a landscape area and can add color and emphasis with great impact and little to no maintenance. There are many colors of pebbles from red river rock to granite pebbles with hues of blue, gray, green and black. Soft yellows abound mixed with sunset oranges found in many beach pebbles. These types of rock are best when used in large amounts together to create visual impact. A walkway through a lovely greenscape created with pebbles can have a stunning visual impact.

Large stones can be placed individually in select spots to mimic naturally occurring rock outcroppings when trying to create a nature inspired theme. A lovely boulder can make an arresting visual display among a grouping of native plants or at the top of a trickling stream. Lining the stream with pebbles enhances the attraction. Careful placement of landscape rock can enhance almost any garden or lawn. A tropical setting with pebble walkways leading through a sandy oasis to a trickling fountain is one scenario that will relax and inspire the homeowner. Another scenario is a mini forest with low hanging shade trees interspersed with boulders and easy care groundcover plants. Yet another easy solution is the rock garden. Mixing small pebbles of a single color with larger landscape rock included at strategic viewing points can be a study in simplicity and serenity.

Whatever your choice, including landscaping rock in your outdoor areas is a great low maintenance landscaping solution you won’t regret.