Watering your lawn and the other plants and trees in your landscape can become an expensive proposition, especially if you don’t take full advantage of the natural precipitation in your area. Allowing water to accumulate on patios and decks or to simply run off into the sewer system doesn’t fully take advantage of nature.
A better way to capture this free resource from the sky is to use permeable materials in the walkways and hardscapes of your yard. These materials are specifically designed to allow water to pass right through them and remain in the ground near your home where your plants are able to utilize it.
Many homeowners opt for an open-grid design which places gravel or even grass between the pavers. This technique works well, but for homeowners who want a more uniform look, there are several manufactured products that work just as well. In addition, permeable pavers are produced in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes.
For more information on hardscapes and other landscape design topics, please contact us at Triad Associates. We can be found online or reached directly at 888-903-4510.
