New Uses for Pebbles

Pebbles have come such a long way. It used to be that pebbles were used in places where nothing else could grow, or when a homeowner was too busy to keep a landscape looking nice. Pebbles were dumped in window wells, spread thickly next to the house, or put under playground equipment as a not-so-soft cushion for children. Pebbles, in their natural setting, are beautiful. They line riverbanks, lakes, and seashores, and are evidence of years and years of water running over them, smoothing them.

Seeing the beauty in pebbles, landscapers are now able to incorporate them into a nice-looking yard. They can be placed around a waterfall, or a pond to make it look natural, and certain plants look better when surrounded by pebbles. Pebbles can also be used in rock gardens, and because they come in a variety of sizes and colors, they can fit into nearly every landscape.