Decorative stones enhance your outdoor space while offering smart, long-lasting solutions. Whether you’re looking to add elegance, reduce maintenance, or improve drainage, stones are a practical and beautiful choice.

In this post, we’ll cover the types of stones, their benefits, and how Edwin’s Landscaping LLC can help you integrate them perfectly into your yard.

🌿 Benefits of Using Decorative Stones in Your Yard

✅ Natural & modern look – Available in a variety of colors, shapes, and textures.
✅ Weed control – Stones block sunlight, reducing weed growth.
✅ Improved drainage – Ideal for areas with poor water absorption.
✅ Extreme durability – Won’t decompose like organic mulch.
✅ Low maintenance – No watering, no frequent replacement.
✅ Erosion control – Protects soil on slopes or exposed beds.

🪨 Popular Types of Decorative Stones

Pea Gravel – Smooth, small stones perfect for paths and edges.

River Rock – Rounded stones in natural tones, ideal for water features and plant beds.

Crushed Stone – More angular, provides a rustic and stable surface for walkways or patios.

Lava Rock – Lightweight, long-lasting, and helps regulate soil temperature.

🌱 Best Places to Use Decorative Stones

Around trees and shrubs

Garden paths and walkways

Low-water or xeriscape gardens

As a clean edge between lawn and beds

High-traffic areas where grass won’t grow

🧱 Why Choose Edwin’s Landscaping LLC?

We offer custom stone installations tailored to your space. Our team helps you pick the right stone type and installs it with precision, creating a landscape that’s both functional and visually stunning.