Rockscapes, also known commly as rock gardens, are becoming more and more popular in the Pacific Northwest. Popular for decades in hot and arid states like Southern California, Nevada, Arizona and New Mexico where water hungry lawns are not practical, Rockscaping allows almost endless possibilities. Because of its non-organic nature, rock doesn’t decompose like beauty bark, so a properly installed rockscape feature will last for years and years, relatively trouble free. The most important initial part of any rockscape idea is the initial plan. The conceptual plan will determine the materials needed. The chosen location will determine the amount of work involved to construct it. The size of the feature will determine the amount of materials needed. Rockscapes can range from incredibly simple use of rock around trees and shrubs to more elaborate landscape rockscape features. One very popular trend in the past several years in Washington State are rain...

Beauty bark is a natural organic product derived from wood debris and bark waste. Its use is very popular in improving the look of landscaped areas. It commonly comes in several colors and textures, offering something for every landscape plan. Beauty bark use in landscaping goes far beyond simple landscape aesthetics. Properly installed bark will not only greatly enhance the visual appearance of your landscape but it will actually improve the soil structure and assist healthy root growth of your trees and shrubs, while inhibiting weed growth. Beauty bark/chip/mulch benefits Assists in moisture retention of plants, trees and shrubs. Bark/mulch ground cover provides a heavy cover over the soil, which not only shelters the soil from drying out under the sun, but also locks in moisture which can help protect trees and shrubs during times of drought. This results in less watering in the summer. Protects from winter cold...