Rock & Gravel / Decorative Rock
Salt & pepper, dolomite and round river rock for low-water yards, rock gardens and dry creek beds. Delivered in bulk across Greater Sacramento.
Delivered by the yard · Low water, low maintenance · Call for today's price
Choose Your Rock
Decorative rock replaces thirsty lawn with something that looks good all year and never needs mowing.
Speckled black and white gravel with a clean, modern look. Fine enough to walk on comfortably.
Best for: walkways, modern yards, between pavers
Bright, light-colored stone that reflects sunlight and makes succulents and cacti stand out.
Best for: accents, rock gardens, cactus beds
Larger, smooth river-style rock with natural color variation. Heavy enough to stay put.
Best for: dry creek beds, borders, ground cover
How Much to Order
Smaller gravels like salt & pepper go down 2 to 3 inches. Larger round rock usually needs 3 to 4 inches to cover the ground fully. One cubic yard covers:
162 sq ft
at 2 inches deep
108 sq ft
at 3 inches deep
81 sq ft
at 4 inches deep
Larger rock leaves bigger gaps, so plan on the deeper end of the range when you use 1 1/2 inch round rock.
How It Works
1
Cut out sod or smother it, then rake the area smooth. Plan where plants, boulders and paths will go.
2
Cover the soil with landscape fabric and cut X-shaped holes where plants go. This keeps weeds from coming up through the rock.
3
Spread rock to depth, plant drought-tolerant plants and add drip irrigation to each one.
Instant Estimate
Pick a rock, tell us how many yards and where it goes for a ballpark price range right away. It's an estimate, not a quote: call or request a quote for your exact price.
Is decorative rock better than bark?
Rock doesn't break down or blow away and never needs replacing, which makes it great for low-water yards. Bark costs less up front, cools the soil and feeds it as it breaks down. Many yards use both.
Does light-colored rock get hot?
Light stone like dolomite reflects sunlight, which can bounce heat onto nearby walls and plants. Pick plants that love full sun and heat for those areas.
What rock is best for a dry creek bed?
1 1/2 inch round rock. Its smooth, river-style look reads as natural water flow, and it's heavy enough to stay in place during storms.
Can I see the rock before I buy?
Yes. Stop by our Elk Grove yard to see colors in person. Our Roseville yard keeps a limited selection, so call first to confirm what's in stock there.
Call (916) 685-9774 and press 4. Tell us the material, how much you need and where it's going, and we'll give you an exact delivered price. Most local deliveries arrive the next business day.
