One of the most versatile landscaping materials you can use around your home or business is decomposed granite. Whether you want to dress up your driveway, flameproof a fire pit, establish a pathway or merely use it for ground cover to create an outdoor living area, decomposed granite has many uses.
In this issue, we’ll talk more about decomposed granite, and why it makes sense to have a professional San Diego landscaping company to install it for you.
It’s much like granite, only finer. The effects of natural weathering and erosion break granite into small ¼” bits that resemble sand. It typically can be purchased in various colors, including brown, gray, red, black and green.
There are various types of decomposed granite.
As stated above, there are a host of effective uses or decomposed granite. While it will deter weed growth to an extent, you will most likely have to employ some sort of weed killer to keep them completely under control.
The available colors and texture of decomposed granite allow it to blend in very well with other materials. Also, because it has such an effective natural look, it can easily blend into the background.
Keep in mind that decomposed granite will break down over time and will need to be replaced. However, as it breaks down, it will actually blend into the soil and won’t cause any trouble.
We’d love to talk more with you about the many benefits of decomposed granite, and install it for you. There are certain best practices for its installation, so it makes sense to leverage the skills and expertise of a professional to make sure the job is done the right way.
To learn more, give us a call here at Juniper Landscape Company. Our number is 619-334-9464 or send an email.