White gravel for the garden: tips and decorating ideas

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Solid and yet soft enough – these are the two seemingly contradictory qualities of the white gravel. Durable enough to cover gardens, garden paths and terraces, gravel is a more versatile variation of other types of paving.

It looks more organic than pavers and bricks and is a great way to decorate your garden or modern outdoor area.

Modern garden with white gravel

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There are several ways to use the white gravel in your garden. Many people avoid this material in the garden and yet, if you know how to use it, the gravel becomes a very versatile and useful material. So, how to create a beautiful garden or outdoor space using gravel? In this article, you will find many ideas in pictures and some useful tips.

Garden decorated with white gravel

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The gravel can be used for garden paths or different outdoor spaces. It is a much cheaper alternative and practical than the green lawn, for example. In case you decide to use it instead of the lawn or paving, you must think carefully how to arrange it to avoid creating a decoration that is too simple or boring. By incorporating various plants and different sizes of gravel, your decoration will immediately become more elegant and original.

Decorative garden idea with gravel geometric shapes

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In case you plan to use gravel to decorate a space with a lot of passage, it is recommended to also integrate larger stone or another type of paving, to facilitate the passage. Sunlight is also very important. If it is a shaded area, then it is possible that the white gravel will fade and become green very quickly.

Cactus garden decorated with gravel – beautiful and original idea

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The key to a successful decoration with gravel is the size of it. If you are going to walk on it, the small gravel is more comfortable, but it will also end up often in your shoes. And if you just want to decorate a decorative gravel garden with plants, then the 20mm gravel mixed with larger stones is a great idea.

Contemporary outdoor space decoration with gravel

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To make your garden decoration with gravel even more interesting and original, then you can make a mixture of gravel with river pebbles of various sizes. This will completely transform the appearance of the space you want to decorate. The type of gravel varies from one region to another and this is what allows it to create a natural marriage with the surroundings.

Modern outdoor area with gravel

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Gravel gardens have also become very popular in recent years. It is a concept where gravel predominates, but vegetation is also included in the form of trees, shrubs, green plants and flowers.

Original zen garden decoration with gray and white gravel

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This type of garden has, apart from the gravel, other types of stones of different sizes and textures and decorative elements. This concept is very often used in Mediterranean gardens and Japanese gardens.

Cactus garden with gravel – an exotic outdoor space all in beauty

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For your driveway, one of the most economical methods is to dress it in white gravel. The white gravel has the advantage of evacuating rainwater and avoids walking in the mud.

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As we mentioned above, the white garden gravel has the ability to drain water naturally. To put your gravel, you have to focus on the area of ​​the driveway. This is to avoid putting in the ground, because it may sink.

Japanese rock garden with gravel that will inspire you

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To do this, set your driveway bypassing it with a rope or what you find on hand. Then, take a spade and dig a hole about ten centimeters to prepare the location of the pebbles.

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The surface should remain smooth, so if there are stones or roots protruding, remove them. Then, place a geotextile felt to prevent the gravel mingle with the ground below. Everything must be well spaced, especially when it comes to dirt and mud.

Backyard decoration with gravel for your moments of relaxation in the open air

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Let the geotextile spread on the sides, to limit the white gravel. And finally, cover everything with your gravel a stable thickness of at least five centimeters.

Idea of ​​zen garden made from white gravel and exotic plants

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Be careful: if your space is sloping or if cars are passing by, you have to plan for it. For this, it is necessary to install honeycombed honeycomb plates. This will prevent your pebbles from sinking to one side or into the ground.

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White is the symbol of purity and freshness, making white gravel ideal for outdoor spaces. Its natural appearance puts your garden and your plants in value. Aside for the driveway, you can also put some around your plants, in pots. You can also scatter in your dining area.

Small wooden path and gravel for a driveway with ease

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The gravel can easily sink and get lost in the ground. You can also avoid this by putting planks of wood to form a path on which you can walk without fear.

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Some prefer to bet on white gravel for an entire space. Moreover, you can mix it with other colors and textures to form a harmonious and personalized landscape.

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The gravel comes in many shades and sizes, so it’s up to you to find what’s best for your outdoor space. Follow our advice and the result will meet your expectations.

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