Stones are an important part of the garden. They have functional qualities, such as, strength and stability, as well as aesthetically ones. Stones have wonderful sculptural characteristics. When designing your garden consider the use of stone, whether for a wall, a path or as an interesting focal point within the landscape.
Stones are the most durable and permanent of garden materials. They’re ideal for creating patios, walkways and walls. There are many kinds of stones to choose from. The following is a small list and their descriptions.
Boulders can be used for marking a driveway or for the entryway to a garden. They can also be used as a focal point in the rock garden or water garden. Stone with interesting color, textures or shape are great for specimen stones. To make them part of the landscape and more stable be sure to bury a portion of the stone. A stone with sculptural qualities can stand alone in the garden with great effect.
Fieldstone is generally used for garden walls. Flat stones, however are perfect for stepping stones and rustic garden paths.
Bluestone is great for formal patios and walkways. It is cut to various size squares and rectangles in increments of six inches. There are two varieties of bluestone, thermal and natural cleft. Natural cleft bluestone has a more rustic feel with variation in color and imperfections on the face of the stone. Thermal bluestone is more monotone in color and its sides and face are smooth.
Flag Stones are an ideal stone for walkways and patios. Flag stone is irregularly shaped, thin and smooth and is available in various colors and sizes.
Pea Stone & Gravel are great for garden paths and can also be used for driveways.
Cobblestones are often used for walkways or as an edging detail for patios. Cobbles are also suitable for small patios.
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