Boulders and Steps



Why might you want to use landscape boulders and steps in your yard? For starters, they can enhance the overall appeal and functionality of your outdoor living space. But that’s not all. Check out the links below for additional ideas.


Here are some ideas about what these beautiful large scale landscape boulders can do for your yard.


• Boulders add a sense of natural beauty to your landscape. They give that rustic and organic look, especially if you want a more natural garden or outdoor space.

• Landscape boulders serve to catch the eye as focal points in your landscape design. They draw attention and add depth, making your yard more visually appealing.

• If your yard is sloped, boulders can be used to create terraces. Terracing provides more usable space for planting, seating, or recreation, and it helps prevent soil erosion.

• Boulders are a perfect natural solution for retaining walls. They provide structure to prevent soil erosion and maintain landscape stability.

• Boulders can do something you may never have thought before. When put in just the right place, they can create windbreaks, control noise, or direct wind flow.


The boulders from American Stone are a great choice for your next landscape project. Take a look at the possibilities from the links below.



Stone steps are a great addition to a back or front yard that changes elevation. There are other things to consider, take a look below for some of our thoughts.


• Of course, stone steps are a practical solution for moving between different levels in your landscape. They make it much easier and safer for people to move through and enjoy your yard.

• Landscape steps last virtually forever, making them a sustainable choice for your landscape design.

• Steps are often used in water feature designs, such as fountains, waterfalls, and ponds. They provide a more natural look for the water elements and enhance the soothing ambiance of the landscape.

• Rock of any kind is generally low maintenance compared to other landscaping features. Once steps are placed in the landscape, they need little upkeep and stand up to almost any weather condition.



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Step it Up

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Check out the links below for additional ideas.