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Accenting with Stone

Finally, we are starting to put this winter behind us and are anxiously beginning to anticipate spring once again. It won't be long before we are back outside enjoying the long, sunny days and the warm summer breezes with family and friends. Now is the best time to ask ourselves how we can make our gardens more interesting and enjoyable? There are so many different ideas. The choices can be overwhelming. So many choices and so little time and usually money. However, natural stone is the one element that always seems to capture the essence of any garden. Natural stone is beautiful in all seasons and virtually no maintenance. Proper type and placement of natural stone will surely add beauty, detail and enjoyment to any garden space or outdoor room.

There are many different types of natural stones. There is flagstone, New York bluestone, granite cobblestone, weathered boulders, and many more. And no matter which one you may choose you most certainly will add a very personal, timeless and unique look to your garden. Natural stone is also available in a variety of colors, textures, shapes and sizes. The important thing to remember is that natural stone will compliment nearly all garden styles. So if your are thinking about adding an accent to your current garden or maybe building a pond or retaining wall then natural stone should be given your attention. Here are a few ideas for using natural stone.

Bluestone is an excellent choice for a patio or walk. bluestone patio photo

Granite boulders and cobble can provide color and textural interest in a perennial garden. cobblestone photo

Limestone or sandstone outcropping can be used to create an interesting retaining wall. sandstone retaining wall photo