Decorative stones outdoors and indoors – take your garden and home to a new level

Decorative stones are available in bags and sacks, literally – but also figuratively. These beautiful stones are both versatile, durable and aesthetically pleasing. Since they come in so many different versions, they can be used in any style, both outdoors and indoors.

Whether you're a dedicated garden enthusiast or a brand new gardener, decorative stones can become your faithful ally in adding texture, color, and life to your landscape. Here are our top five tips for using decorative stones in the garden.

Lay decorative stones in patterns, or more randomly, to create paths or walkways through your garden. This not only provides an aesthetically pleasing appearance, but it also helps prevent mud and weed growth.

Use decorative stones around fountains, garden ponds or streams to create a natural edge and to help filter the water. Decorative stones also work great at the bottom of a birdbath.

Define flower beds or garden areas by placing decorative stones along the edges. This creates a neat and well-defined look while also helping to hold the soil in place.

Use decorative stones as paths through the kitchen garden, so you can get there more easily when it's time to weed and harvest.

Create a stone garden by arranging larger stones together with different sizes and colors of decorative stones. Plant small stone garden plants, such as sedum, clematis, and sedges, in between.

Indoors, decorative stone is a way to bring nature inside. The beautiful stones add an organic touch and help your home appear more harmonious. Here are five quick tips on how to elevate your interior with decorative stone.

Create decorative arrangements of cacti and succulents in trays or bowls filled with decorative rocks. This gives a modern and minimalist look, while also helping with drainage.

Add decorative rocks on top of the soil around potted plants for a decorative finish. The rocks can also help keep pests away.

Fill a clear vase or glass container with layers of different colors and sizes of decorative stones to create a beautiful and interesting table decoration.

Did you know that you can easily make your own terrarium? Use small decorative rocks as a bottom layer to help with drainage and to add texture and interest.

Dishes with decorative stones and water inside increase the humidity and provide stable moisture for the plants – perfect for those who love the tropical plants that have dominated the trend lately.

Of course, these were just a few ideas to get your mind going. Use your creativity to create an interesting garden or add a natural touch to your interior – decorative stone offers endless possibilities both indoors and outdoors.

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