Watch episode 2 of our 5-part video series "Landscaping with Boulders" presented by owner Michelle McLeod. Episode 2 outlines how to choose the right type of boulder and the ideal size for your...
Southwest Boulder's newest landscape rock and supply superstore goes vertical in Orange County, offering thousands of products through a modern warehouse design.
Watch episode 1 of our 5-part video series "Landscaping with Boulders" presented by owner Michelle McLeod. Episode 1 covers the basics of adding boulders to any landscape design.
Landscaping with stones and fountains not only makes your backyard look nice, it can provide a safe environment for children to learn about nature and more.
In less than 10 easy steps, create your very own custom gabion basket mailbox. Interested?
Debra Lee Baldwin shares her expert insight on the role rocks play in succulent garden designs in the newly revised edition of Designing with Succulents.
Southwest Boulder & Stone is thrilled to announce the addition of Riley Fritsch, stone fabricator and master artisan extraordinaire, to our team.
Learn how to create your own Japanese Zen Garden with expert advice from Kohei Owatari, San Diego Home & Garden’s 2017 Garden of the Year Award Winner.
Experts share their secrets on the best landscape rock to use with succulents in outdoor gardens. Find out which are the best stones for accents, top dressings and more.
Build a flagstone patio to create a welcoming outdoor living space in your backyard. Here's how to DIY a real flagstone patio in 10 steps.
See how one artistic homeowner combines glass and rocks around her garden to diversify the space and add eye-catching points of interest.
Artist Cherrie La Porte has recently discovered a new medium for her mosaics – stone. These glass mosaics on stacked stone are fast becoming an in-demand garden feature.
We all want our outdoor spaces to impress, but you don’t need to go all-out to achieve attractive results. Impress your neighbors with these easy projects that will make a big impact.
Southwest Boulder & Stone was proud to partner with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to help grant the wish of one local San Diego girl. An amazing backyard makeover was the result.
Artificial grass is a low-maintenance, attractive option for front or back yards. Here's how to do it yourself.
One of the most cost-effective ways to improve the look of your yard, decomposed granite pathways are a great weekend project. Find out how to do it yourself.
Embrace this trendy backyard addition by installing your own Bocce Ball court. It’s a great use of empty space that provides hours of entertainment as well as an attractive aesthetic.
Dry creek beds are a fantastic eye-catching feature in any yard, and can be both attractive and functional while requiring little to no maintenance.
Imagine your friends and family gathered around enjoying an ambiance of flame and warmth. Add one of these DIY or professional outdoor fire pits to spend more time enjoying your backyard.
Mulch looks great, protect plants and conserves moisture. To help you find the right groundcover for your project, we’ve simplified the choices down to the 3 most popular types.
Are you thinking about including rocks or boulders in your landscape? Here’s everything you need to know about the different types of boulders and how to install them.