What are the cons of river rocks?

• <div><p>While they’re popular and have a lot of pros, the cons of river rocks include the following:</p><ul><li><p>River rocks don’t break down or provide nutrients to plants. </p></li><li><p>These stones can get hot and scorch nearby plants. </p></li><li><p>River stones may heat the surrounding soil to inhospitable temperatures. </p></li><li><p>Rocks can block rainwater from seeping into the ground if installations are too thick or tightly packed.</p></li></ul><p>Most downsides occur when using river rock as mulch in gardens and flower beds. However, you can still incorporate river rocks into your landscape as long as you use them in the correct ways.</p></div>

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Q: What are some benefits of using gravel?

• <div><p>Gravel is a versatile option for home projects. It is low-maintenance and cost-effective compared to other materials. In addition, gravel provides excellent drainage, reducing the risk of flooding in your yard or driveway. Pairing gravel with a weed barrier fabric during installation can mitigate the risk of weed growth. </p></div>

Q: Why should I hire a pro for mulch application?

• <div><p>It can be tedious and time-consuming to install your own mulch and determine the ideal amount. A professional can help you ensure the right thickness and save you a lot of time and headaches.</p></div>

Q: What should I put down before mulch?

• <div><p>While you don&rsquo;t need to put anything down before mulch, you can apply a pre-emergent herbicide to prevent weed growth. As long as you remove weeds before you spread mulch, you should be in the clear. But a herbicide is something that you can put down before mulch as an extra layer of protection.</p></div>

Q: What are the cons of river rocks?

• <div><p>While they&rsquo;re popular and have a lot of pros, the cons of river rocks include the following:</p><ul><li><p>River rocks don&rsquo;t break down or provide nutrients to plants. </p></li><li><p>These stones can get hot and scorch nearby plants. </p></li><li><p>River stones may heat the surrounding soil to inhospitable temperatures. </p></li><li><p>Rocks can block rainwater from seeping into the ground if installations are too thick or tightly packed.</p></li></ul><p>Most downsides occur when using river rock as mulch in gardens and flower beds. However, you can still incorporate river rocks into your landscape as long as you use them in the correct ways.</p></div>

Q: Is colored mulch more expensive?

• <div><p>It depends. High-end colored mulch can be fairly costly. However, you'll have to replace less-expensive natural mulches, like pine needles and cedar mulch, more frequently. </p><p>The cost is balanced out somewhat, though, as although you'll have to replace colored mulch less often, you'll have to replenish nutrients in your soil more frequently to make up for the decrease in organic matter and nitrogen from the mulch.</p></div>

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Last update on October 04, 2025

Reviewed in November 2024
I can't say enough good things about Jesse & Hannah. They are extremely attentive to every detail on my property as well as with billing. They not only regularly maintain the landscaping of my vacation rental property but have also made significant upgrades to the landscaping too. They've...
Rough Terrain Landscapes
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Reviewed in May 2017
Everything we have done with Andy turned out well and he has always been willing to take calls or come back out to check on things. I'd recommend him based on his interest in doing things the right way at a competitive price.
New View Landscaping
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Reviewed in April 2022
Stay True Lawn Care was extremely helpful with the clean up of my yard. The crew was very professional, extremely polite and friendly, as well as reliable. This was not an easy job for them but the result of pruning my three large trees, trimming bushes along the house, removing weeds, as well...
Stay True Lawn Care
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Reviewed in October 2021
The drivers were very competent and courteous. They came when scheduled and navigated a tight delivery area with no problems. Their prices are very fair. I would totally use them again and recommend them to anyone.
Mike Clark Trucking
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Reviewed in June 2014
So my wife and I finally bought our first home. Ill admit, it was a bit of a fixer upper, but we got it at a great price due to the fact that the landscaping was nonexistent. So upon moving in, my wife told me that women at the place she banks at (Union Bank )raved about a guy named Larry, who's...
Nelms landscape and sprinkler repair
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Reviewed in April 2012
We have used Greenscapes more than once. In 2010, they provided a large yard clean-up and on-going yard services while I was undergoing chemotherapy. More recently, beginning in March 2012 and continuing, they have again provided yard services for us. The owner, Ryan, is courteous,...
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Full Circle Garden Solutions

Full Circle Garden Solutions

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12 years of experience

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Full Circle Garden Solutions is committed to making the World a better place with every project we complete. We do our best to transform your problems into useful, beautiful solutions. 10+ years happily serving our community. Send a message to connect :)

"Diagnosed and resolved issues in timely manner. Changed valves. Balanced system. Reduced head obstructions. "

Richard C on June 2025

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Frazel's Gardening Service

Frazel's Gardening Service

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"Very personal! Eager to please. Have only had him one time so my rating is leaving room for improvement. He is scheduled for every two weeks ."

Mary J on November 2023

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Mana Landscapes is a licensed and insured landscaping company based in Trinidad, California. We service clients all over Humboldt County. We specialize in lawn mowing, hedge trimming, brush clearing, general property maintenance and more. In addition, we are a year round business that does not mind working in inclement weather. Two to three person teams are available and we offer free quotes 6 days of the week. Click the link below to schedule a quote today.

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Rainbow Ranch Farms

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Rainbow Ranch Farms

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Growing organic, heritage, free range poultry without the use of any corn, soy, NO G.M.O's or wheat.

Fresh or freshly frozen poultry consumer-direct. Pick up is available at the farm in the High Desert. A small scale grass based, free range, pastured and permaculture farm.

Rainbow Ranch Farms produces premium meat for exceptional flavor and high density nutritional value, and NOT for industrialized yield, size and quick turn-over.

About Rainbow Ranch Farms Heritage Breeds: Heritage Breeds are old fashioned and historic breeds of animals such as those our ancestors raised and enjoyed. They are not genetically altered, T.G, genetically modified or "manufactured." In many cases, they are rare, endangered breeds, on the verge of extinction.

1. Rainbow Ranch Farms works toward the preservation of endangered species and old fashioned farming practices, which is good for us, our families, livestock, land and the environment.

2. Heritage breeds manage themselves and are quite hardy. They are natural breeders and do not require artificial insemination.

3. Heritage breeds have a robust and natural flavor and taste like meat has always been intended to taste and bursting with nutritional value.

4. Heritage breeds are happiest and healthiest when free ranged, grass fed and pastured without confinement, They need the fresh breeze and sunshine to maintain proper health.

Rainbow Ranch Farms is a Community Supported Agricultural Program (C.S.A.). We offer classes on permaculture farming, sustainbale farming, and poultry processing.

Rainbow Ranch Farms is a small scale permaculture farm growing premium meats without the use of medications, antibiotics, hormones or steroids.

Rainbow Ranch Farms is operated by farm members, volunteers and participants, all sharing similar values, philosophies and ideas on how food should be grown, harvested, processed and handled.

Rainbow Ranch Farms humane handling practices, are second-to-none.

True free range poultry are NOT vegetarians, in fact chickens naturally scratch, and eat worms, grubs and bugs. Healthy and delicious poultry is from happy chickens, grown naturally.