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Different types of garden stones
If you’ve decided that your garden needs to look more visually appealing, the best solution is to invest in different types of decorative landscaping stone
If you’ve decided that your garden needs to look more visually appealing, the best solution is to invest in different types of decorative landscaping stone.
But before you do, you need to consider garden stone types and how they fit into your overall design.
Decorative stones not only look the part, but they possess a whole range of benefits that make them well worth the financial outlay.
They’re an ideal option if you want a garden that’s more low maintenance because they suppress weed growth while improving drainage and the health of the soil.
You can even create wildlife-friendly spaces by judicious placing of plants and rocks, and you can let your imagination run wild in terms of colour and boldness.
If you’re considering different types of garden stones, you may be slightly overwhelmed at first by the choice available.
For that reason, we aim to give you the lowdown on some of the more popular decorative landscape stone types that you could use to wonderful effect in your garden.
Cobbles
When we think of cobbles, we conjure up images of country lanes and Coronation Street, but garden cobbles are a different breed. Of all the types of stone for gardens, these are arguably the most traditional.
Garden cobbles are smooth, shaped stones that come in different sizes.
They’re excellent for adding texture and interest to a landscaping project, and are perfect for edging pathways and borders.
A big plus point is their durability.
Pebbles
Pepples can range from 14mm to 50mm in diameter, and are among the most versatile of decorative stone types because they’re available in a wide range of colours, from pristine white through to pastel shades and ebony black.
They represent a terrific way to transform a landscape as they can be used to create anything from a modern, traditional, Zen, country or Mediterranean look.
It’s always a good idea to use different sizes, as larger stones mixed in with smaller ones will add to the feeling that they’ve all tumbled into the selected space naturally.
Chippings
If you’re exploring the different types of garden stones which work for pathways, or which will work as an alternative to mulch, then take a look at our range of garden chippings.
From bright white Cotswold to trendy slate chippings, you’re sure to find a variety to suit your design.
Rock (or rockery stones)
When looking at types of decorative garden stones,size definitely matters.
While chippings and gravel will do the job of keeping areas neat and tidy, when it comes to making a statement in you should choose a bigger type of rock.
Rock can be used to create a focal point, maybe around a water feature, or you can build a rockery for succulents in a damper, darker area of the garden which might otherwise be neglected.
Our blue slate rockery pieces are perfect for creating an on-trend rockery look,
Gravel
Another of the garden stones types suitable for lots of different uses is gravel.
As well as the great variety in colour and texture, they work for garden paths, edgings, driveways, ground cover and as a base layer for larger stones.
Of all the types of decorative garden stones available gravel is probably the most popular choice.
Choosing different types of stones for garden
Things to consider when looking at different types of decorative stone for your garden include:
Garden size
It makes sense that smaller gardens will benefit from stone that’s smaller and adds texture rather than overwhelms the space with size, while big gardens can handle larger statement designs created from rocks and boulders.
Purpose
Do you want stones to create a neat edging on a border? Do you want to create a path or driveway?
Let their purpose dictate the kind of stone you choose.
Colour
Do you want to conjure up a particular vibe? Maybe you want a garden to be minimalist and Zen, in which case you might use stones that are white or neutral in colour.
Or perhaps you want something playful, maybe a bit zany, and are drawn to rainbow-hued stones?
The great thing about having so much choice when it comes to garden stone types is that you can get as creative as you wish!
We hope we’ve whetted your appetite for more about different types of garden stones so why not explore our fantastic selection of decorative aggregates and let your imagination take charge.
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