Thursday, September 10, 2009

Pebbles for Landscaping

They seem like such a common, everyday material, but pebbles are gaining in popularity because of all the benefits they provide, as well as the improvement they make in a landscape’s appearance. Pebbles are used extensively for pathways, to fill areas under plants, in the building of ponds and rivers, and to improve the look of certain areas of a yard. Pebbles now come in such a wide variety of colors and polished finishes that homeowners are sure to find something they like. They are also often used in xeriscaping areas that don’t receive much rainfall, in an effort to add color and beauty to dry yards. Pebbles are also great for rock beds, and to fill in small areas that are hard to do anything with.

Many landscapers are turning to different types of stone to design landscapes, because stone is so versatile, natural, and long-lasting. Pebbles have added benefits because they can be placed easily and can be installed by do-it-yourself homeowners, if desired. A good landscape will incorporate a variety of materials, colors, and plants, and many people are now using pebbles to enhance their landscape.

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