Waterwash Blue boulders

Water did the shaping on these boulders. Waterwash Blue is a blue rock, smoothed and rounded until the hard edges are gone. That gives it a calm, settled look, as if it has always been part of the landscape. Blue rock is a cool counterpoint to warm flagstone and green plants. Boulders are best chosen in person, so plan a visit and walk the yard with the staff.

Blue rock, shaped by water

The rounded form and smooth skin come from water. The blue color cools down a planting bed and stands out against bark, soil and tan stone.

Each boulder has its own outline. Look at a few from all sides and choose the face you want to show.

Where rounded boulders belong

Boulders are used for focal accents, walls, waterfalls and around pools and ponds. Water-smoothed rock looks especially natural along a dry creek bed or pond edge.

Tell staff the setting. They enjoy hearing about the project and can suggest sizes and groupings. Our boulder landscaping ideas page has more.

Sizes, weight and placement

Boulders at the yard range from small pieces you can carry to large ones that need equipment. The guide to boulder sizes and weights helps you plan.

Boulders are sold by weight. Ask about delivery, dolly rental, and a referral to a crane placement company for the largest pieces.

Popular uses

• Dry creek beds
• Pond and pool surrounds
• Focal accents in planting beds
• Waterfall settings
• Entry and corner groupings