$60–$180 / ton

Decorative Rock

River rock, lava rock, and colored aggregate

Decorative rock replaces mulch in xeriscapes and low-maintenance beds. Priced by the ton at landscape yards.

Where decorative rock wins

  • Zero maintenance
  • Doesn't wash away like mulch

Where it falls short

  • Reflects heat
  • Weeds still grow in accumulated dust
Best for: XeriscapingBest for: Dry creek bedsBest for: Modern landscaping

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