Here are some reasons to consider using decorative stone:

Solid Barrier

Stone creates a solid barrier in your garden or lawn. Whether you want to build garden beds or a retaining wall, drystack stone and granite cobblestones are great options. You can stack stones low or high, long or short. Keep the weeds out and eliminate fungal and insect problems. Depending on how you use decorative stone in your landscaping design, it is an excellent material to control erosion.

Timeless Beauty

It gives a timeless feel to a boundary or terrace. Instead of a fence, stack riverrock or drystack stones to create a wall along a portion of your property or to terrace a hilly landscape. You can also create a stone wall around a patio for a private enclosure. And because stone is weather-resistant, it looks just as fabulous over time!

Ornamental Design

Create a beautiful, ornamental design. Bluestone steppers are a very popular choice when it comes to stones that are used for steps along a walkway. There are also a number of designs for pavers that give an ornamental look to walkways and patios. In your garden, add rock boulders as decorative objects instead of statues. Or use larger aggregates or granite cobblestones as a unique edging along paths or a driveway.

Minimal Maintenance

Stone is hard and durable, requiring minimal maintenance. Lay smaller aggregates along paths or mixed in your garden in lieu of mulch. Aggregates can also be intermixed with paving stones for a casual yet clean look. Aggregates and other stones are long lasting, so unlike mulch, you won’t need to replenish them each season. And when used in areas to replace grass, they help conserve water.

Stone is a great investment and adds a decorative touch to hardscaping. When designing your landscape, remember that stone can mix well with other materials to create a rustic look or it can give solid lines and structure for a well manicured appearance.

Decorative stone for landscaping is available in many shapes, sizes, and colors. Whether you want to use stone in a large portion of your landscaping design or as an accent, Fieldstone Center has a wide selection to choose for your next project.

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Here are a few design ideas to landscape with stone:

Create garden beds with granite cobblestones.

The larger cobblestones can make a space appear larger while providing a barrier against weeds, grass, and mud. Stack the cobblestones casually for a rustic look or lay them evenly for a more sculpted look. Change the height of your stone beds to create depth while keeping the consistency of cobblestone for balance.

Lay flagstone for a patio surface or pool area.

Flagstone is a beautiful alternative to a plain, concrete pad. It has an abundant color palate and unlimited pattern options. You can choose from cut or irregular patterns, and use one consistent color or a variety of hues to create the look and feel you want.

Step into your own private space with stone steppers.

Use solid stone steps to create either an elevated or sunken area that gives the appearance of a private space. And if you have a hilly slope, add a stone staircase that leads to a hidden sitting area.

Customize your walkways by adding stone details.

Stone edging or pavers mix well with different materials such as concrete, gravel, or mulch. Consider laying cobblestone or pavers in sections of a sidewalk to break up the concrete and provide visual appeal. Line your walkways for a sculpted look. Or, transition from concrete to stone to emphasize an approach to the door or an area that has a fountain.

Dress up your front entrance with drystack columns or retaining walls.

If you have smaller area, give the appearance of height by stacking drystack stones to form columns. And if you have a large, sloping yard, create a terraced landscape by dividing the levels with drystack retaining walls.

Build a stone fire pit and seating area.

Using pavers, design a round or square fire pit, expand the area by paving the ground, and then frame the area with stone benches. It will be a little extra luxury that makes your backyard space a stylish hangout with friends and family.

Stone is the perfect material to add luxury and rustic elements to your outdoor space. Mix and match stone materials for a dramatic effect or blend materials for visual interest. The combinations depend on the look you want to have and what you feel is right.

Fieldstone Center has a wide selection of stone to choose from. We can help you decide on the right stone to use in your landscape design. Contact us for assistance at 770-385-7708.

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