Del Rio is used landscaping and hardscaping and as exposed aggregate in buildings, walkways, stepping stones, and planters. Pea gravel, the 3/8" size Del Rio pebbles are natural or "true" pea gravel, which is defined as "naturally rounded river rock."
What is pea gravel?
Pea gravel is a versatile hardscaping material, but should pea gravel be used for playgrounds? Pea gravel consists of small stones, typically found near water, and has a smooth surface due to weathering. The round stones are the size of peas, ranging from ⅛ inch to ⅜ inch.Jun 3, 2021
Is pea rock and pea gravel the same thing?
Pea gravel is small, rounded pebbles. Also referred to as pea stone or pea pebbles, each little rock of pea gravel is just a bit bigger than a pea (think green frozen peas). Pea gravel perhaps looks more like really large peas, like edamame or something of that size.
What is pea gravel made from?
Pea gravel is composed of river rock that has been smoothed and rounded. It has multiple decorative uses in landscaping—from mulching to pathways to modern looking patios.Oct 1, 2020