If you’re considering landscape around your home but you rarely get rain, it might be best to think outside the box. So many of us want to have green, lush lawns – but for those living in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and other dry areas of the country a large lawn might not be a good idea. However, replacing lawn with the traditional mulch often leaves the yard unsightly.
Think grass or mulch are your only options? We’ve got good news! Consider placing river rocks in the yard instead of grass. Here are some reasons why river rock might fare better in terms of beauty, longevity, and costs.
River Rocks Save Money in the Long Run
Instead of having to pay for extra water every year, especially in the hotter months when rain is not found, you can skip the watering process entirely. River rock pebbles never have to be watered, which makes them an ideal choice in hot climates. After the initial investment, for years to come you can have a much more impressive and cheaper “lawn” to maintain than any of the other houses in the neighborhood.
River Rock is Easier to Maintain
Landscaping pebble such as river rock is easier to maintain than grass and other greenery overall. You don’t have to worry about watering, removing dead leaves, trimming hedges, or applying the right fertilizers. Instead, you install Mexican beach pebbles of your desired color and size once, and you can then have the peace of having a virtually maintenance-free yard.
Mexican River Rock Looks Nice All Year Long
You can enjoy your Mexican beach pebble yard all year long. You don’t have to remove these river rocks at any point during the year. Of course, eventually you may need to add new rocks or change out the colors to spruce up the property. However, this is not a concern for many years as most customers simply enjoy their yards, completely landscaped in all seasons.
The Logistics of Switching from Grass to River Rock
The switch from a lawn to Arizona river rock is easier than you might think. You can have a professional come in and remove the lawn or other plants. Then the landscape person will put in a weed barrier, such as landscape fabric. Lastly, they will lay your river rocks (typically in 2-3 layers so nothing shows through). Alternatively, you can do it yourself. Here is our guide for a DIY river rock installation.
If you want to learn more about the many things you can do with landscaping pebbles, contact us by calling (760) 579-2871. Our professionals are able to answer any and all of the questions you have, and provide suggestions based on years of experience.