If you choose to go for dark colored pebbles make sure you add a few light toned stones on the side for a bright look.
Dry stone river bed.
Jan at the golden state newspaper explains the importance of installing a dry river bed and why you should think about doing to the same thing.
Beneficial dry river bed.
And landscaping with river rock when done properly can be quite low maintenance.
A dry creek bed is an effective drainage solution but it can also be an attractive landscape feature that needs very little maintenance.
It s a form of hardscaping a non organic landscape design element.
Pebbles are a classic choice when creating a dry river bed and ark and light gray pebbles contrast beautifully with green plants.
I love the look of pretty garden beds bordering a dry river bed.
For a more natural look dig out a depression for the boulder to rest in.
This photo will inspire you to get started on your next task.
The plants growing naturally toward the edge over time trees and shrubs overarching the stream.
Plus this dry creek bed landscaping has absolutely no maintenance.
There is something so dreamy peaceful and calm about the look of a dry river bed.
This dry river stream can help catch runoff and prevent drainage problems while also helping direct the eye throughout your garden.
Best of all you get to decide exactly how it looks designing the path of the creek and choosing and placing all of the boulders and stones.
Place larger stones along the sides to define the riverbed.
This diy dry creek bed is a brilliant landscaping idea.