Pea Gravel

by DoItYourself Staff

Using pea gravel in border gardens is a popular landscape design which is ecologically friendly and very attractive. The low maintenance benefits homeowners who do not have a lot of time to attend to their gardens or plantings.

How to Landscape Using Pea Gravel

Begin with a plan. Get out the pencil and paper and draw your desired design. Do not pick up a shovel until you have measured out and marked off the desired plot of land.
Remove the dirt from the area to be used. You should check with your county extension agent for recommendations of depth.
Install a layer of weed block to prevent weeds from coming through the pea gravel.
If you are using any live shrubbery or plants, dig their holes and plant them.
Install the pea gravel to the desired depth.
An optional step after leveling off the pea gravel may be to use a tamper to help settle the gravel into place.
Give the pea gravel a shower with a lawn sprinkler or garden hose helps settle the gravel into place.

Now, sit back, relax and enjoy the nearly effortless upkeep of your pea gravel garden. Just remember to water those shrubs or plants when the rainfall is less than desirable.