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Decomposed granite or DG is silt-like, as it has been weathered into fine particles. DG can be red, tan, or reddish-tan in color, and is as attractive as it is subtle when used in pathways. It is also excellent for creating a rustic feel when creating a patio.

If you mulch your flowerbeds with wood products, you may be inviting termites onto your property. Many experts recommend keeping wood mulch well away from a home's foundation. Gravel is a non-organic mulch alternative that will also help control moisture and protect tender plant roots from winter temperatures.

Gravel does an excellent job of controlling erosion. Don't be surprised if you see gravel applied along slopes where the natural overgrowth has been burned away, either accidentally or intentionally.

When you’re planning to sell your home soon, you may begin noticing how intricate some of the landscaping is on other homes in your area. If you want to ensure your home can compete on the local real estate market, landscaping changes can be an effective and affordable way to do so.

For the best results, the pros typically weed before mulching. Whether you weed by hand or use an herbicide, getting rid of pesky weeds will help insure a lower-maintenance garden going forward.

Does it ever feel like you’re spending more time pulling weeds from your flowerbeds than you are enjoying them? Let’s talk about the type of mulch you’re using and whether you might benefit from adding sawdust to the mix.

When you have a landscaping project in mind for your yard, it may not always be easy to determine which supplies will produce the best results. Rest assured that we’re always happy to provide advice and guidance.

While gravel is an excellent choice for many play areas, it can still skin knees when children fall down a lot. In some cases, you may be able to provide a softer landing area for children at play when you cover the ground with soft white sand.

We understand that some parents don’t like the idea of their children playing in sand because of the risk of staining their clothes. Remember, the sand that’s recommended for play areas is a soft white variety that shouldn’t stain.

Here are some reasons to include gravel (or sand) in your landscape: It helps control erosion, retains moisture, and helps control soil temperature. It is also an excellent way to control weed growth for a less labor-intensive garden.

Unfortunately, weeds are highly resilient plants, even when they have limited sunlight. For best results, remember to weed the area prior to putting down the mulch so that you don’t end up with weeds growing through it.

We understand that no one particularly likes spending the time it takes to removes pesky weeds from their flowerbeds. While having mulch in the beds can help with this issue going forward, it is still necessary to remove the existing weeds prior to putting down the mulch.

Wondering what the difference is between a rock and a boulder? The difference pretty much comes down to size. A boulder is usually 10 inches or more across, while a rock is smaller. Both can be used for accents in landscaping, but boulders are often used as focal points.