Choosing the right landscaping materials can make your project easier to maintain, better looking, and more functional.

For Austin and Central Texas properties, here are some of the most popular materials and where they work best.

Decomposed Granite

Best for:

• Walkways and garden paths
• Patio areas
• Areas around stepping stones
• Low-maintenance landscaping

Decomposed granite, or DG, provides a natural Central Texas look and can be compacted to create a more stable surface.

Gravel & Decorative Stone

Best for:

• Landscape beds
• Drainage areas
• Pathways
• Decorative ground cover
• Low-maintenance landscapes

Gravel and decorative stone are available in a variety of sizes, colors, and textures, making them easy to incorporate into many different landscape designs.

Flagstone & Limestone

Best for:

• Patios
• Walkways
• Stepping stones
• Landscape borders
• Outdoor living spaces

Natural stone is a great fit for Austin-area landscapes. Flagstone and limestone can create anything from a casual Hill Country look to a more structured outdoor space.

Pavers & Patio Stone

Best for:

• Patios
• Walkways
• Driveways
• Pool areas
• Outdoor entertaining spaces

Pavers and patio stone offer a clean, finished appearance and are available in a variety of styles and textures.

Mulch & Soil

Best for:

• Flower beds
• Trees and shrubs
• Gardens
• New planting areas
• Landscape preparation

Mulch can help protect planting areas and give beds a finished look, while quality garden soil, topsoil, and loam can help prepare your property for new landscaping.

Boulders & Edging Stone

Best for:

• Landscape accents
• Natural focal points
• Defining flower beds
• Separating grass, mulch, gravel, and planting areas

These materials can add structure and help bring the different parts of your landscaping project together.

Not Sure What Material You Need?

Before choosing a material, consider:

• What the area will be used for
• Foot or vehicle traffic
• Drainage
• Maintenance
• The look you want to achieve
• Existing landscaping and architecture

Whenever possible, it also helps to see landscaping materials in person. Natural stone, gravel, mulch, and other materials can look very different in person than they do online.



Since 2008, ASAP Stone & Landscape Supply has helped homeowners, contractors, landscapers, and builders throughout the Austin area find materials for projects of all sizes.

Visit our Austin-area supply yard to explore a large selection of:

• Decomposed granite
• Gravel and aggregates
• Decorative stone
• Flagstone and limestone
• Pavers and patio stone
• Boulders and edging stone
• Mulch
• Garden soil, topsoil, and loam
• Other landscape and hardscape materials

Stop by ASAP Stone & Landscape Supply to see our selection in person, or contact our team to check current product and delivery availability.