--- title: Arizona Moss Black Flagstone | Mid Valley Rock url: https://midvalleyrock.com/stone/arizona-moss-black/ business: Mid Valley Rock phone: (916) 363-4239 address: 5300 Excelsior Road, Sacramento, CA 95827 hours: Mon-Fri 7:00-4:00, Sat 7:30-3:00, Sun closed --- - [Home](https://midvalleyrock.com/) - [Stone](https://midvalleyrock.com/stone/) - [Flagstone](https://midvalleyrock.com/stone/flagstone/) - Arizona Moss Black # Arizona Moss Black flagstone Arizona Moss Black is a surface sandstone flagstone in red and brown with green lichens, often used for natural garden paths and Spanish-style gardens. Surface stone supply changes, so check with Mid Valley Rock before driving over. Arizona Moss Black Colors vary by pallet and wet vs dry. See it in the yard. Arizona Moss Black is flagstone with a story on its face. It was gathered from the surface, not cut from deep in a quarry, so it arrives weathered, with red and brown tones and patches of green lichen. That gives a path or patio an aged look from the first day. It is a natural fit for Spanish-style gardens, desert plantings and informal paths that wind between shrubs. ## Surface stone with lichen Because it is a surface stone, it carries green lichens. The red and brown sandstone shows through between the green. Set the lichen side up to keep that look. A few pieces may have more growth than others, which adds variety. ## Natural paths and Spanish gardens It is often used for garden paths that curve through planting beds, and for Spanish-style gardens with terracotta pots, olive trees and warm stucco. For layout ideas, see [flagstone walkways](https://midvalleyrock.com/ideas/flagstone-walkway/) and [drought-tolerant landscaping](https://midvalleyrock.com/ideas/drought-tolerant-landscaping/). Lay pieces a stride apart for stepping stones set in gravel, or close together for a full path. Leave some gaps for low groundcover so the path blends into the garden. Mixing it with a few Moss Rock boulders along the path edge ties the look together. ## Protecting the lichen Lichen does best when left alone. Skip sealers and pressure washers, and use a soft set on sand and decomposed granite so the path stays natural. Stone is sold by weight on pallets, so bring your path length and width and staff will quote by phone or at the yard. ## Popular uses - Natural garden paths - Spanish-style courtyards - Stepping stones in gravel - Desert plantings - Informal patios ### Is it in the yard today? Stock changes with the quarries. Ask us and we will check what is on hand for Arizona Moss Black. [Is it in the yard today?](https://midvalleyrock.com/contact/?stone=Arizona%20Moss%20Black#quote) ### At a glance - **Category:** Flagstone - **Sold by:** Weight, on pallets - **Pricing:** Call for today’s price - **Stock:** Changes often. Ask before you drive over - **Delivery:** Flatbed + forklift, Mon-Sat ### Good to know - Keep the lichen face up when you lay each piece. - Do not seal or pressure-wash if you want the lichen to stay. - Use a soft base so the path feels natural and drains well. ### Keep reading - [How much flagstone do I need?](https://midvalleyrock.com/rock-talk/how-much-flagstone-do-i-need/) - [Flagstone thickness guide](https://midvalleyrock.com/rock-talk/flagstone-thickness-guide/) - [Soft set vs hard set](https://midvalleyrock.com/rock-talk/soft-set-vs-hard-set/) - [Sealing flagstone](https://midvalleyrock.com/rock-talk/sealing-flagstone/) - [Flagstone patios](https://midvalleyrock.com/ideas/flagstone-patio/) ### Visit or call - **Monday - Friday:** 7:00 am - 4:00 pm - **Saturday:** 7:30 am - 3:00 pm - **Sunday:** Closed 5300 Excelsior Road Sacramento, CA 95827 Arrive 45 minutes before closing so we have time to help. [(916) 363-4239](tel:+19163634239) ## Pairs well with Arizona Moss Black - [Moss Rock Boulders](https://midvalleyrock.com/stone/moss-rock/) - [Arizona Sandstone Buckskin Flagstone / Tumbled flagstone](https://midvalleyrock.com/stone/arizona-sandstone-buckskin/) - [Bluestone: Rustic Rock Tumbled flagstone](https://midvalleyrock.com/stone/bluestone-rustic-rock/) - [Arizona Ledge: Sedona Red Ledge and wall stone](https://midvalleyrock.com/stone/arizona-ledge-sedona-red/) ## Arizona Moss Black questions Still unsure? Call the yard at [(916) 363-4239](tel:+19163634239). We are happy to talk it through. ### Is Arizona Moss Black actually black? The stone itself is red and brown sandstone with green lichens. Arizona Moss Black is the product name. ### Will the lichen last? Lichen grows slowly and does best undisturbed. Avoid sealers and pressure washing. ### What is surface sandstone? 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