gravel garden

Stone-covered yard area

A gravel garden is a landscaping style where gravel or small stones replace traditional lawn, with drought-tolerant plants growing through the stony surface.

The approach suits dry climates and low-maintenance gardening: We converted the front yard to a gravel garden after the water restrictions.

Mediterranean and succulent plants thrive in gravel gardens, which drain quickly and suppress weeds.

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rocks · mulch · weed barrier · ground cover · succulents · alpine · zen · raked · pathway · stepping stones · dry riverbed · dry · minimalist · texture · drainage · lavender · sedums · ornamental

Opposites
ground cover material

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Tended yard grass

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water and maintenance requirements

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Cultivated aquatic plant display

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aesthetic philosophy

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Informal ornamental planting style

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G