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Rocks - too keep or not to keep!

2 years ago

13x15’ space full of rock. 🪨 Would love to do something fun and new to spice up our yard!

Comments (13)

  • 2 years ago

    That must be hard to walk on. It would help if you gave more information on how you want to use the space; where you are in the world, how much sun the space gets, what is on the wall that isn't visible, and is there a view in the direction you are standing.

  • 2 years ago

    Seems like an unusable space with the rocks. Extending your pavers or adding turf would be a great touch!

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    Crushed stone would have make more sense.


    Remove the stone and install artificial turf.

  • 2 years ago

    Ok, but what do you intend to do with the rocks that you have?

  • 2 years ago

    Consider adding a fun umbrella for shade, and get larger stepping stones laid in two’s so easier to walk on and have rocker on larger stepping stone. Add a trellis in front of blank wall with a cool pot for vining flowers like mandevilla.

  • 2 years ago

    Is this your only outdoor space? How do you want to use it, what kinds of activities?

  • 2 years ago

    Is this a house new to you? If so, I'd wait a bit a see if the rocks perform a functional purpose such as drainage, doggy area, etc. before making changes.

  • 2 years ago

    I would paint the concrete block wall, and do more pavers to make walking easier. Nicer seating too. It’s not a bad little spot.🙂

  • 2 years ago

    Xero scape--isn't everyone's favorite. Crushed/pea rock is easily tracked into the house--which is why it isn't preferred by some. The pic doesn't really give us much to go on. Could you post pics of the entire yard and farther back so we have some perspective?

  • 2 years ago

    Something to create interest on the concrete block wall - paint, decorative tile or ???

  • PRO
    2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    I have pea gravel and lots of it but now where we sit why not build a free floating deck there to just clear the gravel if low enough it does not need posts just those concrete bases I have built ones for clients in a day. easily DIYed too. Yes to something hung on that wall or a panel standing just in front of it since you do not want to damage the wall.


  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    The first thing I would do is increase the size and proximity of the pavers, both from a visual and safety perspective. How do you envision using this space, as I see the rocks being detrimental to being practical and easy to navigate. Do you have a backyard to accommodate your needs and just treat this area as an entrance.

    Lots of ways to make it fun and more welcoming: painting the cinderblocks and gate, potted plants, water feature, list goes on. Decide on your budget and effort if doing yourself when considering options.





  • 2 years ago

    Those rocks are nice for border landscaping if you decide to remove them from that area. First decide what you want to use the area for, then figure out where you can use the rocks. Maybe in the front yard as mulch for decorative shrubs.