Stone Landscaping Concepts That Can Reduce Garden Maintenance

Large gardens with lavish lawns, lots of ornamental flower beds, and plenty of decorations can look lovely. But these gardens can be very difficult to maintain. Every flower bed you add to your garden increases your weekly garden chores by at least 15 minutes. Every time you extend your lawn, you also increase your maintenance and water bill.

There are lots of alternative landscaping concepts that will look just as beautiful as natural growth but can reduce maintenance and enhance home functionality. In this guide, we are going to take a look at some of the best stone landscaping tips to consider if you want to create a low-maintenance garden. 

Extend The Driveway

Driveways can make it much easier to get in and out of your car when it is raining, they can reduce the amount of dirt inside your home and they can boost your curb appeal a great deal. Instead of placing just a small driveway in front of your yard, you should extend it all the way to your garage or home. This area is mostly used for driving anyway and will look much tidier once covered. With your extended driveway, there will be less cleaning and mowing to tend to. 

It is also best to opt for a natural stone driveway if you want to create an eye-catching entryway to your home.

Install Stone Outdoor Living Spaces

With more outdoor spaces, you can enjoy more outdoor time in any season. Outdoor living spaces are also great for reducing garden chores because these areas are much easier to wash, sweep, or cleaner than it is to care for a lawn or garden bed that would otherwise take up that space. Outdoor space features like a stone patio, grilling area with a built-in natural stone grill, stone fire pit, and deck can all be good options for increasing home functionality while decreasing maintenance. 

Choose Your Stone Type Wisely

A lot of different stone types can be used in landscaping features but not all stone types are equally easy to maintain. When you are choosing a good stone, it is usually best to pick a stone with a dense composition. These stone types are tougher, easier to clean, and don’t absorb oils as easily. It is also better to opt for a lighter-hued stone type since darker colours tend to be very warm on hot and sunny days. Finally, you should also consider larger flat stones like crazy stone paving instead of crushed stone options. These fixed stone solutions might be more expensive but will be much more comfortable to walk on and easier to maintain since you can sweep them. 

Lay A Strong Foundation Underneath Stone Surfaces

Stone surfaces can start to crack or shift out of place if they are not properly installed. This can be a lot of work to repair. It is always best to hire landscapers with lots of experience in stonework so you won’t have to struggle with repairs later on. 

Use Crushed Stone In Garden Beds

Crushed stone can be a good alternative to mulch. This xeriscaping technique reduces your garden’s water consumption and maintenance because it covers ground surfaces that would otherwise need to be covered in plants or lawns. Crushed stone garden beds along with succulents and other drought-tolerant plants can dramatically decrease your workload in the garden and it is a very sustainable solution.

If you want to give any of these stone landscaping concepts a try then you should reach out to Stone Edge Landscapes. These professionals can source high-quality stone for your garden and they can install any type of stonework you might need.l