There are a variety of materials you may consider utilizing within your landscape, and one category that’s become very popular in recent years is the use of rocks, stones, pebbles and related items. One particular format that can be especially beneficial to landscapes, both practically and aesthetically, is gravel. 

At Olympus Landscaping, we’re proud to offer a huge range of landscape design and landscape installation services to clients throughout Herriman and nearby areas. Our solutions include a full selection of rock and gravel products if needed, and we’ll be happy to discuss your options here if you’re considering going this route on any part of your property. In this two-part blog series, we’ll go over all you should know about gravel in landscapes — how and where it’s commonly used, the kinds of gravel you might consider, and some of the specific uses that may be most beneficial to your setup.

Common Uses of Gravel in Landscapes

Gravel offers some of the most wide-ranging design and aesthetic options of any landscaping material. There are numerous ways and areas in which it can be used:

As you can see, there are many possible uses for gravel in landscapes depending on your needs and preferences. It’s a relatively inexpensive material that can provide some great benefits both practically and aesthetically.

Types of Gravel

There are a few varieties of gravel it pays to know about if you’re considering going this route:

In part two of our series, we’ll go over some specific themes for applying gravel in your landscape. For more on this, or to learn about any of our landscaping services in Herriman or nearby areas, speak to our team at Olympus Landscaping today.