It s formed from the natural weathering and erosion of solid granite a tough hard igneous rock.
Is decomposed granite safe.
Crushed decomposed granite is a natural material used for walks patios and driveways.
When granite erodes and endures weathering over time it easily starts flaking and crumbling away from its parent source.
Occasionally however grass and weeds sprout in even firmly compacted gravel.
Decomposed granite or dg is a natural byproduct of the weathering and erosion of solid granite rocks.
They then punch some holes in the dg plastic and pop in succulents and maybe a rosemary bush or two.
Plus it s stylish to boot.
It is like gravel but finer and more stable.
Decomposed granite is like gravel but finer and generally more stable.
One of the favorite tools in the flipper landscaping toolbox is decomposed granite dg used as a mulch.
By the time the yard becomes a.
Dg is a combination of small granite pieces inch or smaller and fine granite which can resemble sand.
This form of gravel contains high levels of trace minerals.
Decomposed granite is a safe alternative for fire pits.
Water permeable it is the surface of choice for both eco and budget conscious homeowners.
Decomposed granite is the completely natural derivative of granite.
Put some plastic landscape fabric down blocks rainwater in our climate fyi and top that plastic with dg.
Some may be no bigger than a grain of sand.
It begins in the form of granite rock and then decomposes into a smaller form or gravel.
See my page on decomposed granite.
But you should still use your fire pit responsibly.
This decomposed granite crumbles into various sizes of particles and can be further crushed and screened to specific sizes for different project needs.
Hi jamie i think the decomposed granite will work especially if you use the loose dg.
It can be made in many different sizes and is purely safe for the environment.
Due to heavy dog use and elimination it will have to be replenished periodically but it is relatively inexpensive.
Decomposed granite is an affordable option to choose when building the landscape of your dreams.