Cherry Creek slate flagstone

Cherry Creek is for people who want color that is not brown or tan. It is a purple slate, and gray and green hues run through it. Slate splits into flat layers, so it lays down well as flagstone for patios and paths. The purple ties in nicely with lavender, sage and other gray-green plants common in Sacramento gardens. Stop by the yard to see how the colors change from piece to piece.

Purple with gray and green

The base color is purple. Gray and green hues show in some pieces more than others, which keeps a large patio from looking flat.

When the stone is wet, the colors deepen. A color-enhancing sealer can bring that wet look back on dry days. See sealing flagstone for how to do it.

Using Cherry Creek flagstone

As flagstone, Cherry Creek suits patios, walkways, stepping paths and garden landings.

You can also mix it with other stones. A purple slate next to a blue or lilac stone can look planned rather than random. Our mixing stone types article has ideas.

Before you visit

Measure your area with a tape and bring the numbers. A photo of your house and your landscape plan help staff suggest color and quantity. The flagstone calculator is a good first step.

Stone is sold by weight, and a Weighmaster records the weight less the pallet. Quotes are given by phone or at the yard. For delivery, see our delivery page.

Popular uses

• Patios
• Walkways
• Stepping stone paths
• Garden landings
• Accents mixed with other flagstone