Limestone is a very useful material for the garden. It can be used in large slabs for patios, crushed for pathways, and even in a powder form to enrich garden soil. 

Is limestone available in large pieces? 

Like many naturally occurring stones, limestone is quarried from the earth and cut into large slabs. Depending on the intended use and the quality of a particular piece, the slab is then cut down into smaller pieces that can be used for limestone patios, walkways, and garden bed edging. 

Is limestone a good choice for a patio?

Limestone is a great choice for outdoor spaces because of its natural beauty and innate durability.  A limestone patio will last a lifetime with proper cleaning and sealing. 

What is the purpose of crushed limestone?

The debris left from cutting slabs of limestone into smaller pieces is collected and crushed into smaller pieces. Instead of being wasted, it can be used in a variety of other garden projects.

Can you use limestone for paths in your garden?

Crushed limestone makes excellent, meandering paths in a garden and, in rural areas, is a popular choice for a simple, gravel driveway. One of the reasons it is a popular choice for paths and driveways is that it can be used as a self-binding gravel very well. 

What is a self-binding gravel?

Self-binding gravel is a mix of gravel (in this case limestone), gravel dust, or "fines," sand, and clay. This mixture has a tendency to harden over time, especially after it rains, which makes it ideal for a path or driveway. 

Is limestone good for plants?

Limestone dust can also be used to nourish the soil in your garden. It can not only raise the pH level of your soil, allowing plants to access more nutrients, but it can also prevent the buildup of toxicities in the soil, ensuring that your plants are happy and healthy. 

How does limestone affect plant growth?

Adding lime to your garden beds and lawn each year can help your plants and grass grow thicker and more abundant. 

How do you apply limestone powder to your plants?

In the spring, test the soil's pH level to determine how much lime to add. Sprinkle the proper amount on the soil and rake it into the first few inches of soil. At the end of the growing season in your area, add another thin layer of lime to nourish your soil over the winter.

Choosing limestone for your garden is a good idea because it is useful, inexpensive, and attractive.

For more information, contact a company like Small's Sand Gravel Inc.