"Bishoop" wrote in message
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Up till now we've always covered the ground in the shrub and flower beds
with wood derived mulch.
Now we've decided we like the looks of rocks in place of the old mulch and
are wondering if there any associated problems.
What about fertilizing? Can we just distribute the granular types on top
of the rocks?
Anything that we should be aware of before we spend the money on the
rocks?
Our home is in Central Florida.
Thanks for any advice.

Rock mulch, around here is usually granite or dolomite. It looks nice when
it's new, but quickly becomes ugly. It's almost impossible to keep it
looking neat and clean as leaves settle in it. It gets worked into the soil
every time you dig, and it's hell when you try and remove it later on.

Stick to traditional wood based mulch, it's easier and good for the soil.

-S