Ways to Use Aggregates in Garden Design

There are many ways you can use aggregates in landscape design - from pebble paths leading to the front door of a house to decorative stones around a garden pond or water feature. One of the most appealing factors about aggregates in garden design is that you can use them anywhere. Below, we take a look at a few ways you can use aggregates in landscape design.

Use chippings to improve drainage

Decorative aggregates allow water to run through into the ground. If you live somewhere where it rains a lot, using chippings as an alternative to paving can help to reduce the risk of your garden flooding while creating an attractive look.

Create a garden path with gravel

Gravel is both cost-effective and durable, making it the perfect material to create a garden path when laid on a suitable sub-base. As gravel is made of fine-textured clay particles, it forms a hard surface that does not move around when walked on, making it ideal for garden paths.

Decorate a pond with pebbles

If you’re creating a pond, landscaping it with pebbles looks great and can recreate the feel of a natural river. Whether you use pebbles simply for decoration or you place them around the pond to soften the edges and create a ramp for wildlife, pebbles are perfect for landscaping a pond. Just remember to choose an aggregate that is suitable for fish and won’t affect the PH of the water.

Use slate chippings on garden containers

Using slate chipping on garden containers can create a modern, polished look in the garden. Placing slate chipping on top of compost helps to showcase the plants and make them stand out - plus, a layer of slate chippings can also prevent weeds from growing in your garden containers and helps to retain moisture. Slate chipping can be used all around the garden to create stunning focal points - from providing the perfect backdrop for a flower border to cost-effective driveways. 

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