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ROCK GARDEN DESIGN + INSTALLATION

Custom Rock Gardens for Low-Maintenance Outdoor Spaces

WHY ROCK GARDENS

Built for Texture, Function & Lower Maintenance

LOWER MAINTENANCE

Rock gardens can reduce the amount of lawn and high-maintenance planting areas while still adding structure and visual interest.

WORKS IN CHALLENGING AREAS

Stone and gravel can be a practical option for slopes, narrow side yards, dry areas, and other difficult parts of the property.

BETTER DRAINAGE

Thoughtful rock placement and material selection can help support drainage and reduce muddy or worn areas.

FLEXIBLE DESIGN

Rock gardens can be modern, natural, or rustic depending on the stone, gravel, planting, and surrounding hardscape design.

Terraced rock garden with mossy stone wall and mulch

OUR APPROACH

Thoughtful Design.

Careful Installation.

A successful rock garden starts with more than selecting stone. We consider grade, drainage, rock size, gravel type, planting areas, and surrounding hardscape features to create a balanced, functional design. When rock gardens are part of a larger hardscape installation or outdoor construction project, we coordinate them with patios, retaining walls, pathways, stairs, and other features for a more cohesive result.

DESIGN DETAILS

A Rock Garden That Works With the Whole Yard

Rock gardens can be designed alongside other outdoor features, including:

PAVER PATIOS

STEPPING STONES

OUTDOOR STAIRS

RETAINING WALLS

OUTDOOR LIGHTING

PLANTING AREAS

SYNTHETIC TURF

+ MORE

Landscaped rock garden with mulch and a wooden screen.

How it works

What to Expect

01

Reach out

Tell us about your project, property, and what you’re hoping to create. Feel free to attach photos!

02

Site Visit + Consultation

We’ll visit your property, review the space, discuss your goals, and look at important factors that could affect the project.

03

Design + Estimate

We’ll develop a project design, recommend materials, and provide an estimate based on the project scope and site conditions.

04

Schedule + Installation

Once the project is approved, we’ll schedule construction and begin the installation process.

05

Final Walkthrough

When construction is complete, we’ll review the finished project with you and make sure the space is ready to use and enjoy.

START YOUR PROJECT

Ready for a Lower-Maintenance Landscape?

Add structure, texture, and visual interest with a rock garden designed around your property and outdoor space.

REQUEST A CONSULTATION

DESIGNED FOR YOUR SPACE

Add Structure, Texture & Visual Interest

Blue Ribbon Scapes designs and installs custom rock gardens throughout North King County, and South Snohomish County. We use stone, gravel, planting areas, and other hardscape elements to create low-maintenance landscapes that feel intentional and fit naturally with the property.

 

Rock gardens can work especially well in slopes, side yards, dry areas, and other spaces where traditional lawn or planting beds may be less practical.

Pink flowering shrubs in a residential rock garden.
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