The summer is winding down and soon fall will be here. A great landscaping project for the fall is adding stone. There are quite a few advantages to using stone in your Kansas City landscape, one of which is it is a natural material that will last throughout time. Another reason is that it greatly enhances the aesthetics of your yard. Take a look at 3 great lanscaping with stone ideas that were featured on sunset.com.
1. Stylish Optical Illusion
Photo Credit: Jennifer Cheung
Create the illusion that your backyard is a desert oasis. In this backyard the exposed aggregate finish blends in perfectly with the stony texture of the native soil.
2. Chic cut-stone walkway
Photo Credit:R ob D. Brodman
If you like a smooth, polished look, this contemporary patio features large cut-stone squares.
3. Creating textures
Photo Credit: Thomas J. Story
Create a path through different textures with a fractured stone path that has ‘floating’ concrete pavers and soft grasses to line the pathway.
Would you like to know more about how you can enhance your Kansas City landscape with stone? Contact Hermes Landscaping by calling 913-888-2400.