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Citiscapes, a luxury landscaping firm serving the Phoenix metropolitan area, explains how to get gravel landscaping right in Arizona’s desert climate. Many DIY projects fail because of material choice, placement, and installation shortcuts. For function, the team advises matching gravel to use: smooth river rock and pea gravel are best for decorative accents and drainage, while crushed gravel and decomposed granite compact to form stable, walkable paths and landings. They caution against placing gravel beneath trees and shrubs, where falling debris quickly mixes into stone and complicates cleanup. Color selection is equally important—gravel should complement the home and desert surroundings to elevate curb appeal. To prevent migration and erosion, every path needs proper containment—brick, boulder, metal, or wood edging—and, when appropriate, gravel binders. Finally, long-term performance depends on prep: a weed-blocking fabric, a compacted six-inch base, and a two- to three-inch top layer. Citiscapes designs and installs enduring, low-maintenance desert landscapes.
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