Decorative Stones & Gravel

Decorative stones and garden gravel are versatile and hard-wearing, making them the ideal choice for a multitude of projects around your garden. From driveways and footpaths to borders and beds, whether you’re giving your garden a design revamp or overhauling your driveway, we have a wide range of aggregate, decorative gravel and garden pebbles to suit every budget and project, no matter the size.Transform the look of your garden with our variety of garden pebbles and cobblestones. Adding decorative contrast around your water feature, pond and plants, our pebbles and stones come in a choice of colours to suit your style.We have horticultural grit which is ideal for drainage, making it the perfect choice for your outdoor areas where plants and trees need the right volume of water to grow. Ideal for driveways and walkways, decorative gravel is a cost effective alternative to block paving though, we’d recommend investing in sleepers or lawn edging to keep your gravel or driveway stones where you want them.Stone and slate chippings are a great alternative to gravel, offering flatter textures to finish potted plants and borders. Stylish and practical, stone chippings can help to suppress and control weed growth when used with garden turf or paving slabs.

FAQs:

How do you gravel a garden?

To gravel a garden, first, remove any plants or grass from the area. Level the soil and add a layer of landscape fabric to prevent weed growth. Then, spread and evenly distribute the gravel on top of the fabric.

What is horticultural grit?

This coarse material is usually made of small rocks or crushed stones. It’s used in gardening and horticulture to improve soil drainage, prevent compaction, and provide a stable base for plants to grow in containers or raised beds.

What kind of stone is best for a garden?

We stock a variety of stones, including slate and limestone. As a natural material, every garden stone stocked is suitable for outdoor use. The best stone for your garden will ultimately depend on your personal preference, desired aesthetic, and intended use.