Rock and Aggregate

We have a vaiety of Landscape rock & aggregates in stock and ready for your landscape project. 

• • Top soil - a mixed organic blend
• • Sand - washed sand
• • Paver base - crushed concrete fines 
• • Mulch - black, red, brown, mini pine bark and more
• • Landscape Rock - White Marble, Crimson, River Rock, Crushed Shell, Crushed Coquina and more
• • Boulders - Coquina boulders in various sizes

If you're choosing a ground cover, here are some things to consider when deciding between rock and mulch. They each have their advantages and disadvantages in landscaping, and the choice between them depends on your specific landscaping goals and needs. While neither is inherently "better" than the other, here are some reasons why mulch may be preferred in certain landscaping situations:

Nutrient Enrichment: Organic mulch, such as wood chips or shredded bark, decomposes over time and adds nutrients to the soil. This can benefit plant health and growth. Rocks do not provide this benefit.

Improved Soil Structure: Organic mulch helps improve soil structure by promoting moisture retention and aeration. It can also prevent soil erosion. Rocks do not have this effect on soil.

Weed Suppression: Mulch is more effective at suppressing weed growth as it provides a barrier for weed seeds to germinate. Rocks can also help with weed control but may not be as effective in the long term.

Temperature Regulation: Mulch helps regulate soil temperature, keeping it cooler in hot weather and warmer in cold weather, which benefits plant roots. Rocks can lead to greater temperature extremes.

Easier to Work With: Mulch is lighter and easier to install or replenish. Rocks can be heavy and challenging to move.

Aesthetic Flexibility: Mulch comes in various colors and textures, allowing for greater design flexibility and a softer, more natural appearance in landscaping. Rocks may have a more limited aesthetic range.

Less Maintenance: Mulch typically requires less maintenance than rocks. Over time, rocks can accumulate debris, making them less visually appealing.

That said, rocks also have their advantages, including durability, longevity, and resistance to wind and water erosion. They can be ideal for xeriscaping, arid climates, or areas with a focus on hardscaping.

The choice between mulch and rock depends on your specific landscaping goals, budget, aesthetic preferences, and the maintenance level you are willing to undertake. In many cases, a combination of both mulch and rocks may be used in different areas of a landscaping project to achieve the desired results.