How to Xeriscape With Gravel

Xeriscaping with gravel is a popular way to landscape a lawn, and cut down on the maintenance and water needed for the lawn. Xeriscape is very popular in very hot or cold areas as well as retirement communities where maintenance can be more difficult. Many people Xeriscape with gravel to create a picturesque landscape. 

1. Design the Xeriscape plan for the area that requires the design. It may be a good idea to draw the design out on paper to have a visual of where items and gravel are to be placed. You can design several different models, and choose the model that you like the best. Each area of space is different so the design will be unique. 


2. Smooth the area of dirt that the gravel will be installed on. The smoother the area, the better the Xeriscape design will look once it is completed. if the landscaping is on a hill, it is best to smooth the dirt on the surface of the hill. 


3. Use weed block cloth to avoid weeds growing in between the xeriscape gravel or stones. Form fit the weed block cloth along the xeriscape design butting it to fit. Large sheers or scissors will work the best, but it is best to be sure the scissors are sharp to cut along the edges correctly.


4. Purchase the gravel needed to fill the entire area of the design that will require gravel. Gravel can be purchased from many places such as a building supplier, a home and garden store, a landscape supplier or a private party. be sure to purchase enough gravel to fill the space that is laid out for the Xeriscape design. 


5. Use a large shovel to add the gravel to the designated areas. Sometimes gravel can come in bags in which case the gravel can be poured onto the correct areas. Be sure to spread the gravel around to create an even looking ground. Using a rake can be the best tool, because it can smooth down the gravel to create an even look.