Granite rock naturally breaks down into 1 4 inch or smaller particles called decomposed granite.
Installing decomposed granite landscape.
Loose decomposed granite packs well and provides.
Some may be no bigger than a grain of sand.
Excavate soil in the layout of the header board to a depth of 1.
If you want an interesting look for your garden consider installing a decomposed granite patio this material is popularly used in the foundations of houses for dog runs and for walkways so there is no reason why you should not be able to install it into a patio if you wish.
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It s formed from the natural weathering and erosion of solid granite a tough hard igneous rock.
This provides for the decomposed granite pathway to be 3 deep for the path surface 1 of soil 3 of decomposed granite.
What is decomposed granite.
These tiny pieces develop a reddish tinge and have a very gravel like appearance.
Decomposed granite is an affordable option to choose when building the landscape of your dreams.
Plus it s stylish to boot.
The dg sold as landscaping material is typically composed of fine three eighths inch or smaller particles.
How to landscape with decomposed granite.
X research source for example a hole 20 ft long 10 ft wide and 4 in deep is about 66 cubic feet.
Depending on the decomposed granite installation method you choose you can expect to use the pathway or driveway for years with minimum maintenance.
Decomposed granite is not actually granite that has decomposed.
When the granite breaks down it forms a lot of tiny pieces.
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In fact it is a result of the mere breaking of a granite stone.
Right from the look to even the feel and texture.
Whether for the yard patio or garden decomposed granite has many benefits and uses.
Decomposed granite is like gravel but finer and generally more stable.