Horticulturists
and landscape architects contend that applying nursery stone to
shrub bases and beds is far superior to bark mulch for the following
reasons:
- Stone
does not decompose: the needed nitrogen
is available for
the plants and not consumed in the decomposition process.
- Stone comes
in various colors, sizes, and shapes , creating many
exciting landscape effects.
- Stone will
not discolor or disintegrate: bark mulch deteriorates and
needs to be replaced annually or bi-annually.
- Stone maintenance
is minimal: beds and areas around
the shrubs can be cleaned easily with a leaf blower or grass
rake.
- Stone does
not invite digging and burrowing by pets and other animals.
Uses
for fine naturally colored stone and ornamental gravel include:
- Unique
colored walkways
- Stone
edging around fountains and downspouts
- Highlighting
color contrasts for decorating around lampposts mailboxes, rock
gardens, and stone walls
Continued use
of mulch is an ongoing expense of labor and material. In comparison,
a singular stone investment provides several years of value, with
lower maintenance and cost.
We
supply the homeowner with a choice of various naturally colored
landscape stones for landscape projects. We also carry Black Rock
Wall Stone and Munson Black Wall Stone for area wall builders.
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