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Gabion Walls: Landscape

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 Ever used the term “gabion wall”? Sounds a little strange but it’s basically just the marriage between rocks and wire. These two simple materials are very familiar and, taken separately, they can be very useful and versatile when it comes to DIY projects. But what about the two combined? This duo also offers a lot of possibilities. Gabion walls are probably the most familiar project in this sense. They’re built of galvanized steel baskets filled with rocks. They’re very flexible in size and appearance and they can be very useful in outdoor spaces. Gabions are wonderful features for the garden. Use them to contain your outdoor spaces and to delimit the different functions. Their versatility also allows you to use them when building decks and patios. Just decide on the size and shape of the walls you want to build. You can fill these structures with any type of rock. Use big rocks if you prefer a more industrial look and smaller ones if you wish to create a more subtle visual impact...

Hardscape Ideas

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 What Is Hardscaping? In landscape architecture,  hardscaping is essentially everything that is not vegetation . Hardscapes consist of  manmade features  that may use natural or  manmade elements . For example, a wall made from river rocks is hardscape using natural elements, while a walkway made from rubber mulch or bricks is hardscape using manmade materials. Patios, decks, gazebos, outdoor kitchens, artificial grass, driveways, fire pits, pergolas, and stepping stones are all examples of hardscaping.                                                    Benefits of Hardscaping Hardscaping offers an array of benefits that are dependent on the type of hardscapes you include in your overall landscape design. For example, a  trellis  may beautify your yard and add the element of height to your garden, but it probably will not in...