DFW Landscape Supply Blog

Walk into any garden center or landscape supply yard in Dallas-Fort Worth and you will face the same decision homeowners and contractors have been debating for years: wood mulch, rubber mulch, or stone? Each material has a loyal following, and each has real strengths and real weaknesses that the other two do not share. What

Decomposed granite is one of the most versatile and cost-effective landscape materials available to Dallas-Fort Worth homeowners and contractors. Whether you are building a xeriscape garden, paving a walkway, surfacing a driveway, or filling a dry creek bed, DG delivers performance and visual appeal that few other materials can match at the same price point.

Choosing between flagstone and concrete pavers is one of the most common decisions Dallas–Fort Worth homeowners face when planning a patio, walkway, or outdoor living space. Both materials are durable, attractive, and widely used across North Texas, but they perform differently, cost differently, and suit different project types, budgets, and design goals. This guide gives

Whether you’re building a backyard patio from scratch, upgrading a worn-out walkway, or redesigning an outdoor living space, choosing the right pavers is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. The wrong choice can mean cracking in a Texas freeze, discoloration in summer heat, or a surface that simply doesn’t hold up under vehicle

River rock is one of the most widely used decorative and functional landscape materials across Dallas–Fort Worth. Its natural durability, smooth texture, and drainage-friendly properties make it suitable for everything from residential garden beds to large-scale commercial projects. Naturally shaped by water flow, river rock adds aesthetic appeal, supports drainage, and often outperforms other landscape

When most North Texas homeowners think “stone project,” they picture one thing: a patio. And sure, patios are great. But if you have flagstone or chopped stone in the mix, you can do a lot more than build a rectangle behind the back door. In the Dallas–Fort Worth area, stone is also one of the

North Texas landscapes are a little like North Texas weather: they can go from “perfect” to “what just happened?” in a single week. Between clay-heavy soils, sudden spring downpours, blazing summers, and surprise cold snaps, the secret to a yard that looks great year-round is simple: do the right tasks in the right season, using

In DFW, your schedule is only as strong as your material plan. One rain-heavy week can turn a clean install into a muddy mess. One missed delivery window can idle a crew. And one “we’ll eyeball it” takeoff can turn into a second trip, a third trip, and a customer wondering why the project costs

Why Edging Choice Matters in Texas Relentless sun. Sudden storms. Clay that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. In North Texas, edging does more than draw a clean line. It keeps mulch in place, protects paver borders, and prevents lawns from creeping into beds. Pick the wrong material and UV exposure, string trimmers, and