About this stone

Classic pea gravel with smooth, rounded edges and natural earth tones. A versatile favorite for pathways, patios, drainage, and decorative ground cover.

I used Mulch Mound to have 3 cubic yards of garden soil delivered. The process was easy and I love that I didn't have to call anyone. I placed my order online, picked my delivery date, laid out my tarp and the dirt was delivered. My delivery had to be pushed back, but I was ke...

Jericho Stone Delivery

Jericho Stone Delivery

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About this stone

Classic pea gravel with smooth, rounded edges and natural earth tones. A versatile favorite for pathways, patios, drainage, and decorative ground cover.

I used Mulch Mound to have 3 cubic yards of garden soil delivered. The process was easy and I love that I didn't have to call anyone. I placed my order online, picked my delivery date, laid out my tarp and the dirt was delivered. My delivery had to be pushed back, but I was ke...

For decorative groundcover and pathway applications in Jericho, a 2 to 3 inch depth is standard, with deeper applications of 4 to 6 inches needed for driveways or utility areas that will bear weight. Stone installed over landscape fabric requires slightly less depth than stone laid on bare sandy loam, since the fabric prevents migration down into the loose soil below.
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A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 100-160 square feet at a 2-3 inch depth.

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Measure the total square footage of all stone areas, including pathways, borders, and groundcover zones, before calculating your order. For a 3-inch depth, one cubic yard covers approximately 108 square feet. Jericho's freeze-thaw cycles between late November and early April cause some settling in the first season, so plan for a slight top-up in your second spring and consider ordering 10 to 15 percent extra upfront to have material on hand.

Complete Your Outdoor Stone Project

Pairing a stone delivery with a mulch order lets you combine low-maintenance gravel zones with richly mulched planting beds, creating the layered landscape look that suits Jericho's mature residential neighborhoods. If you are doing grade work or building up low areas before laying stone, a soil delivery first will give you a properly shaped base that keeps your stone installation level and stable through Jericho's rainy seasons.

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Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Before laying any stone in Jericho, invest time in proper edging installation. Without a physical border, Jericho's freeze-thaw cycles and spring rain will slowly migrate your gravel into adjacent lawn or garden areas. Steel, aluminum, or composite edging along every stone boundary keeps your installation defined for years and dramatically reduces the time spent on annual touch-ups and material replenishment.

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For stone used in drainage applications around Jericho homes, match the stone size to the function. A fine crushed stone like item 4 gravel compacts well for pathways and driveways, but for drainage swales and French drains, a clean washed stone like 3/4 inch clear stone allows water to flow through freely without packing. Using the wrong stone size in a drainage channel can defeat the purpose entirely and create pooling instead of relieving it.

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Jericho receives 46 inches of rain annually, and stone beds installed without landscape fabric beneath them will slowly sink into sandy loam soil over time as water pushes fine particles upward and stone downward. Always lay a permeable landscape fabric barrier before placing decorative stone in Jericho yards. The fabric lets water drain through freely while preventing the stone from disappearing into the soil, keeping your installation looking fresh for many seasons without needing to add more material every year.

The Unique Landscape of Jericho

Jericho's 46 inches of annual rainfall creates real erosion and drainage challenges in yards with sandy loam soil, and decorative stone is one of the most durable solutions for managing water movement while keeping landscapes looking polished. Stone pathways, gravel beds, and drainage channels stay in place through heavy spring downpours in a way that mulch or bare soil cannot, making them a practical choice for high-traffic or high-runoff areas. Foundation borders lined with crushed stone or river rock direct water away from the home and resist the freeze-thaw heaving that can displace lighter materials during Jericho's winters between late November and early April. Low-maintenance stone groundcover is also increasingly popular in Jericho for areas under trees or along fences where grass struggles to establish in sandy loam and shade, reducing the need for repeated replanting each season. Decorative gravel and pea stone create clean, finished edges around garden beds and patios that complement Jericho's mature residential landscape character. For driveways, utility areas, and pathways that see heavy foot or equipment traffic, a quality gravel or crushed stone surface outperforms organic materials in both durability and long-term maintenance costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What type of stone is best for a backyard pathway in Jericho?

Pea gravel and crushed stone are both popular pathway materials in Jericho. Pea gravel compacts loosely and has a softer, more natural look, while crushed stone packs more firmly underfoot and is more stable on slopes. Given Jericho's 46 inches of annual rain, crushed stone is often the better choice for paths that see regular foot traffic since it holds its position better through wet seasons than loose rounded pebbles.

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Can stone help with the drainage problems in my Jericho yard?

Absolutely. Jericho's sandy loam drains well at the surface but heavy rain events can still create runoff channels and erosion in graded areas. Installing a French drain or dry creek bed filled with river rock or crushed stone captures and redirects that water effectively. Stone-lined drainage swales are one of the most popular landscaping upgrades in Jericho precisely because of the 46 inches of rain the area receives each year.

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How deep should I lay gravel for a Jericho driveway or pathway?

For a stable pathway or utility area in Jericho, a minimum of 3 to 4 inches of compacted gravel is recommended. For driveways or areas with vehicle traffic, 4 to 6 inches over a compacted base is more appropriate. Jericho's freeze-thaw cycles from late November through early April can heave inadequately deep gravel installations, so investing in proper depth from the start saves significant maintenance effort over time.

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Will decorative stone get displaced by heavy rain in Jericho?

Larger stone sizes such as 1.5-inch crushed stone or river rock are quite resistant to displacement from rain. Fine pea gravel can migrate on slopes during heavy downpours, which are part of Jericho's 46-inch annual rainfall total. Using edging or stone borders to contain gravel areas and choosing larger aggregate sizes for sloped sections will keep your stone installation looking clean through the wet season.

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Is stone a good option for the shady area under my trees where grass will not grow?

Stone is an excellent choice for shaded areas in Jericho yards where grass struggles in sandy loam. Shade and competition from tree roots leave bare patches that erode easily during rain. Covering these areas with a 2 to 3 inch layer of decorative gravel or river rock over landscape fabric creates a clean, finished look that requires no mowing, no reseeding, and no annual replacement the way mulch would.

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How do I use stone to protect my foundation from water damage in Jericho?

A crushed stone border along your foundation, typically 12 to 18 inches wide and graded to slope away from the house, is a very effective drainage solution for Jericho homes. The stone allows water from Jericho's frequent rains to percolate downward rather than pooling against the foundation. This is especially important after the freeze-thaw season in late winter when ground saturation is highest and water is most likely to work its way toward the home.

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How much stone do I need for a decorative bed or pathway project?

For a 2 to 3 inch groundcover application, one cubic yard of stone covers roughly 100 to 160 square feet depending on how tightly you spread it. For pathways, measure the length and width and use the same formula as any bulk material: length times width times depth in feet divided by 27. Jericho homeowners often find that stone beds need a light top-up after the first winter once freeze-thaw settling has occurred, so ordering a half yard extra is a smart buffer.