How to Landscape With Decomposed Granite
Decomposed granite happens naturally and starts out as a solid piece of granite. Over millions of years, the granite is compressed and breaks down creating natural gravel. Some companies crush solid pieces of granite to produce the same effect of natural decomposed granite. Decomposed granite can be bought in 30 different colors from pinks, yellows, greens, black and white, and used for many different application for your landscaping needs. Does this Spark an idea?
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Walkways or Pathways
Decomposed granite used for walkways or pathways in the loose form can be used for a natural look. For more formal walkways, a stabilizer is mixed with the decomposed granite to bind the gravel together. Common colors used for walkways are tans, browns or, for a more dramatic look, use black decomposed granite. -
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Flower Beds
Decomposed granite is also used as a form of mulch in flower beds, rose beds and herb gardens. Decomposed granite is spread around the foliage much the same way as traditional wood mulch. Depending on the desired effect, colored granite can be used as a complement or in contrasting combinations. -
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Cactus Gardens
Use of decomposed granite in cactus gardens is a practice that has been used for years. The contrast of colors that can be used creates a remarkable cactus garden. Cactus gardens are improved when they are mulched with materials like decomposed granite, which promotes better drainage for the health of the cacti.
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