Stones are one of the most popular choices for designing any garden not only because they are attractive but also durable and affordable. Having a properly set garden gives your home a polished and finished look. It not only accentuates the natural appeal of the garden but also makes your home warm and inviting. Loads of stones are available differing in form, style and texture. So depending on your choice, budget and needs, you can choose any type of stone for beautifying your landscape.

Stones can be used in different ways to increase the beauty of your landscape. Here are some of the ways in which stones can be used to transform the look of your garden.

1. Stepping stones and pavers are unique because they solve the dual purpose of creating a walkway in the garden and acting as a design element. They are decorative, make walking easier and also save the wear and tear on lawns. They give your pathway a romantic and warm look.
2. Combining a group of paving materials like brick, mortar and concrete with stones can help you to build patios and seating materials in your garden. Patios give your home a neat and uncluttered look, thereby making it a favorite structure anywhere in the world.
3. Stones can also be used to build stonewalls that looks beautiful in gardens and backyards. Stonewall is durable and attractive to look at, but is cumbersome and time taking to build.  The wall consists of layers of large stones arranged one above the other, with smaller ones acting as fillers in between. This pattern and rough texture of stones is somewhat like brickwork but looks fulfilling, graceful and gives a natural appeal.
4. One of the best ways to use stones in the garden is to arrange them around flowers. It gives your garden a sleek, serene and modern look. Stones can also be placed alongside the border of your garden area or pathway (instead of making a pathway with stones).
5. Stones can also be used as edges of a water fountain or your swimming pool. For this you should always use stones that are found in the natural landscape and try colors which blend with that of the pool or the water fountain.
6. Lastly, you can use cobblestone or flagstone, which are suitable for small, informal paths and patios. Stones can be used to herald barbeques, ring play areas, seating areas and can help you to frame a focal point in your garden if used intelligently.

Well the above mentioned points will definitely acquaint you with new and refreshing uses of stones in your gardens. So have fun while designing your garden and see how it transforms from an ordinary one into something special.

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