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Dry creek bed of smooth river rock curving between ornamental grasses and low shrubs in a front yard
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Landscape Rock: Types, Costs and Where to Use It

Common landscape rock like pea gravel, crushed stone, river rock and lava rock runs about $10 to $220 per ton in 2026 cost guides. It works best on paths, dry creek beds and in desert or wildfire-prone yards, and less well in most planting beds.

October 11, 2026

Drought-tolerant front yard with ornamental grasses, lavender and coneflowers along a gravel path
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Xeriscaping: How to Plan a Drought-Tolerant Yard

Xeriscaping is landscaping built to need little water beyond rainfall, using seven principles: planning, soil prep, practical turf, adapted plants, efficient irrigation, mulch and maintenance. It doesn't have to mean gravel and cactus.

October 7, 2026