Stone or Concrete – Which is the best choice for your landscape?

Homeowners have many choices when it comes to integrating stone into their landscape.  Natural stone and concrete products can be used independently or blended together. Understanding your options and knowing the overall goal will help you select the products match your needs, looks, and functions.

Incorporating natural stone into your landscape design is an organic way to bring natural beauty to your yard.  Natural stone products can create many diverse looks. River rock are an excellent choice for creating garden paths and are beneficial to use as a ground cover in areas that may have issues with drainage.  The stones come in a variety of colors and sizes and will add visual interest to your landscape.  Boulders can play a significant role in enhancing curb appeal, adding focal points and texture to the landscape. They can also be used to help retain ground in areas that may not be suitable for a wall.  Natural stone walls give the full gratification of texture and color to your landscape.

There are many stunning concrete options that can be integrated into your landscape, which include products that can be used for steps, walls, and patios.  Concrete products are manufactured in a variety of colors, textures, shapes and sizes.  Some concrete products are now designed to mimic the look of natural stone or wood.  A benefit of concrete material is that it can provide uniformity, which is ideal when working with surfaces that need to be consistent, such as steps.

Whether you’re considering a patio, stepping stones, walls, ground-cover or other uses for natural stone or concrete products, our landscaping experts can set you on the right path. Enhance your space with the help of our specialists at Houp Landscaping. Contact us TODAY!

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