landscaping Archives - Fieldstone Center https://www.fieldstonecenter.com/tag/landscaping/ Stone Suppliers from Atlanta to Lake Oconee Tue, 05 Apr 2022 12:09:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://www.fieldstonecenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Fieldstone-Favicon-100x100.jpg landscaping Archives - Fieldstone Center https://www.fieldstonecenter.com/tag/landscaping/ 32 32 Creative Ways to Use Mulch in Your Landscaping https://www.fieldstonecenter.com/creative-ways-to-use-mulch-in-your-landscaping/ Tue, 12 Oct 2021 11:54:50 +0000 https://www.fieldstonecenter.com/?p=4476 Sprucing up the outside of your home is just like decorating the inside. Landscaping can give your home’s curb appeal a warm and sophisticated look, but it can also be one of the hardest decisions you make because there are many factors to consider.

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Sprucing up the outside of your home is just like decorating the inside. Landscaping can give your home’s curb appeal a warm and sophisticated look, but it can also be one of the hardest decisions you make because there are many factors to consider. One thing is for certain though: mulch enhances the visual appeal and can serve a vital purpose.

Benefits of Mulch

  • Holds moisture (less watering)
  • Keeps plants warm and cool during extreme weather temperatures
  • Suppresses the growth of weeds
  • Buffers rainwater, preventing compacted and hard soil
  • Protects against soil-based diseases
  • Adds a polished look to landscaping

Materials

Materials include organic and inorganic and vary in color. It is best to decide where you are going to lay your mulch in order to determine which material is the best for that specific area. Below are ways in which you can use this around your home:

  • Around trees
  • Garden walkways/Outlining stepping stones
  • Planting beds
  • Highlighting Water features
  • Seating areas
  • Natural paths
  • Lining the driveway
  • Play area for children

At Fieldstone Center, we have several types of mulch, soil, and sand to suit your landscaping needs! Contact us today!

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]]> Finding Aspirations from Local Places Built with Stone https://www.fieldstonecenter.com/finding-aspirations-from-local-places-built-with-stone/ Thu, 28 Jun 2018 20:52:47 +0000 https://www.fieldstonecenter.com/?p=2453 Stone has been used for centuries in buildings and landscaping. Many builders and landscape architects have been influenced by the rich history of stonework in creating their own aspirations. Looking at other’s examples of stonework by visiting local places is a great way to find inspiration in your next project. There are many areas in […]

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There are many areas in Georgia that highlight the classic beauty of stone. Here are a few examples.

Springfield Village Park in Augusta

Downtown Augusta is full of history but it’s a modern, urban park that caught our attention because of the veneer stone. Located on Reynolds Street and about a block away from the waterfront, Springfield Village Park highlights towering structures and waterfalls set along stone walls and staircases. The 2.5-acre park celebrates the legacy and aspirations of Springfield Baptist Church (the oldest black church in the U.S.) and the community which developed around it.

Highlights of the park include a reflecting pool, bronze historical plaques, and sculptures by world renowned sculptor Richard Hunt. Hunt’s masterpiece “Tower of Aspirations” was unveiled in February 2002. A second sculpture titled “And They Went Down Both into the Water” was unveiled in June 2006. If you want a sense of immenseness and grandeur in your landscape, you might want to study how the reflecting pool, plaques, and sculptures are set around the stone walls and staircases at this inspirational park.

Historic Waterfront in Savannah

Savannah is known for its beauty and one beautiful area is the historic waterfront with its cobblestone streets and stone retaining walls. The area is a testament to stone’s longevity. Walking along the area, you will see great examples of stone walls mixed with ironworks and the live oaks.

The stonework in Savannah is vividly asymmetrical. The rocks used are ballast stones from afar that cobble the streets and reinforce the walls. Constructed during colonial times, the stones help to bridge the industrial setting with the natural setting. As you walk around, you’ll notice the different shapes and sizes of the rocks in the streets. The variety inspires. The ballast stones were brought over from different areas in ships to help weigh them down. Once the ships arrived in Savannah, the rocks were dumped to make room for the more valuable goods from the colonies.

Grant Park in Atlanta

The Grant Park Historic District is one of Atlanta’s oldest neighborhoods. The distinctive landscape is characterized by rolling hills and scenic vistas. Mature trees line the streets, which provide an extensive sidewalk system. Due to the topography, retaining walls are an important landscape feature. Driving through the area, many of the homes provide examples of how to use stone in walkways, steps to the entry, and in the facades.

Need more inspiration? Look through our online catalog at fieldstonecenter.com/fieldstone-catalog/. We can also help you choose from our wide selection of quality stone. Contact us at at 770-385-7708 for more information.

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