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Just as there are many different uses for large pebbles in your garden, there are also plenty of options when it comes to the Scottish pebbles, Scottish cobbles or other stones that you choose.

A garden pond is one of the best ways to bring life into your garden. Not only do they look great, but they are a great way to entice wildlife into your outdoor space.

When it comes to designing how your pond is going to look in your garden, one of the greatest and easiest ways to make your pond look beautiful is to use stones to line the edges.

Picking the right type of stones to go around your pond can be tricky. Depending on the type of stone you choose, the finished look will differ dramatically. However, when it comes to a garden pond, any old stone just won’t do. If you want to create a pond that stands out, you need to pick the perfect type of stone to line your pond.

Below, we take a look at some of the best stones you can use to line your pond with, as well as some advice on how to pick the best stones for your pond. We can offer a great range of pond stones that are fish friendly and with enhance for look of your garden pond.

Scottish cobbles typically come from the beaches of the Scottish Highlands and Islands. They are usually neat and rounded in shape, due to the natural weathering process they go through living among Scotland's wild seas. These pebbles are usually light in colour and display a range of grey and beige hues.

Scottish pebbles are known for being among the roundest and smoothest in the whole of Europe and are therefore popular as a paving solution across the continent.

A water feature can be an incredible addition to any garden - no matter the size and style of your outdoor space. And they have a huge number of benefits too: not only can they add a sense of calm (both visually and aurally), but they can also make a smaller garden look bigger, and can help to attract wildlife to your property.

When it comes to size and style, everyone will have their own preference when deciding on a water feature for their garden. Whatever your choice, it's vital to get both function and aesthetics right, so that you have a water feature that both does what you want it to do, and looks the part, too.

Scottish pebbles - whether large pebbles or smaller versions - can have a role to play in a whole host of different water feature types. If you're looking to incorporate pebbles into your pond, fountain or other water feature, here are our top tips to make the most of them.

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Not only does gravel reduce the overall upkeep of your garden, but it's incredibly economical and easy to work with. Gravel can transform your whole garden into a beautiful space with ease. Moreover, whether you’re a beginner gardener or have been gardening all your life, including gravel in your garden is incredibly easy.

If you are thinking about adding gravel to your garden, you may have already looked at some of the different types of stone and gravel available. But what are some of the differences between regular garden gravel and stone chippings? If you are unsure which will be the best fit for your garden, take a look at this expert advice on the difference between these two types of stone that will help you pick the best type of gravel for your outdoor space.

Gravel is renowned for being an extremely affordable way of revamping your garden, and gravel bulk bags extend this value even further. There are many reasons to choose garden gravel bulk bags, not least because of the time and money you can save. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits in a little more detail.

The colour of the gravel you choose will be an essential element if you want to create the feel of a genuine Japanese garden. Here we take a look at some of the essential information you need to consider when thinking about your Japanese gravel garden ideas and give you some pointers as to what sort of garden gravel bulk bags you could buy or what other options you may have.

Gravel is a popular choice if you are looking for a low-maintenance option for your front garden whilst still preserving or enhancing the kerb appeal of your home. It is also a versatile option, as you will see from the sheer variety of choices in the Decorative Gardens range. If there is just too much choice out there, take inspiration from the following ten front garden ideas with gravel, and then place your order today for fast and efficient delivery and start allowing those ideas to take shape and transform your outside space.

If you don’t know how much gravel you need and how far it will spread, you may end up ordering too little. This may lead to an increase in time as you wait for another delivery, even though Decorative Gardens’ delivery times are as speedy as they come! If you order too much then you may end up with leftovers in your garden gravel bulk bags, meaning wasted money from your budget.

Fortunately, there are some practical tips you can learn to help you work out how much area your choice of garden gravel will cover, whether you are ordering highly decorative aggregate such as Silver Sparkle Chunkies 20-50mm, Canterbury Pink gravel or Crimson & Cream 10-20mm, or a more traditional and natural option like Golden Gravel