Candy Glass

Candy Glass surprises people. It looks like glass, in chunks of color, yet it is a natural silica formation. That makes it a specialty piece, the kind of stone you add for a spot of color and a second look. A little goes a long way, so most people pick it out by hand, piece by piece.

A natural stone that looks like glass

The appeal of Candy Glass is in its surface and color. Each chunk is different, so it is worth seeing in person. Look at it in sun and in shade, since light changes how the pieces read.

Because the pieces vary, bring a photo of the spot where they will go. Anna and the staff can help you choose pieces that suit the setting.

Ways to use a decorative accent

Decorative stone works best where people slow down: beside a front walk, at the edge of a patio, in a container garden or next to a bench. A few pieces set among plain gravel or pebbles give the eye somewhere to land.

You can mix different stones in one yard. Our note on mixing stone types covers how to keep a mix looking planned.

Buying Candy Glass

Stone at the yard is sold by weight, and quotes are given by phone or in person. Tell staff how you plan to use the pieces, including any use near water or heat, so they can guide you.

Candy Glass is one of many items in specialty stone, along with basalt columns, fountains, slabs and stair treads.

Popular uses

• Color accents in planting beds
• Highlights in a pebble or gravel bed
• Container and tabletop gardens
• Entry and patio focal points