When you decide to use decorative rock for your landscaping in Las Vegas, there are many things to consider. From how much rock you need to what colors will work best, there’s plenty to think about. Here are some tips to help you choose the right rocks for your job.
Rocks come in all shapes and sizes
Check with the homeowners association
If you have a homeowners association, you should check to find out if there are any regulations. Many won’t allow you to use black plastic below the stones and others may have rules on the color or size of the stones. However, you can use a commercial grade landscape fabric, which will still allow water to pass through.
Calculating square footage
The first thing you have to do is figure out the square footage you want to cover with the rock. Start by measuring the length and the width of the area and multiply the two measurements. This will give you the square footage you need to cover.
Figuring out the quantity
The square footage is only one of the things you have to contemplate when figuring out the amount of rocks you need. You will also need to consider the size of the stones. One ton of quarter-inch stones will cover about 140 square feet with a depth of two inches. The larger the stones, the smaller area one ton will cover.
Prepare the ground
After you’ve chosen your stones and they have been delivered, you will need to prepare the ground. This can be done while you are waiting for your delivery of decorative rock in Las Vegas, as well. You should make sure the ground is reasonably level and you want to remove any vegetation or trash.
Kill the weeds
Another part of preparing the ground is killing the weeds. You should spray the ground with a weed killer before laying the stone. You will also need to treat the ground with a pre-emergent, which will help control weed growth under the boulders. After this is done and the decorative rocks are down, you will need to spray again about once or twice a year.
These are just a few tips to help you get started with using decorative rock for landscaping in Las Vegas. There are many other things to consider and if you have any questions, make sure to ask the professionals at Parsons Rocks.
