Natural rock adds both stability and natural beauty to any garden design. In Victoria, we have access to unique landscaping rocks like honey granite, iceberg granite, mudstone, and basalt boulders, each bringing its own character to outdoor spaces.
Here are examples from our past projects that effectively used natural rocks.
Featured Projects with Rock Boulders
Warranwood Project
At this Warranwood property, we addressed a challenging 5-metre front yard slope by combining a retaining wall with strategic rock placements. The design incorporates a path that winds through the landscape, enhancing both accessibility and visual appeal. Granite boulders were carefully chosen to stabilise the soil, while native plants were added to achieve a cohesive and natural look.
Doncaster East Project
This project focused on revitalising the walk-through path, improving driveway conditions, and managing overgrown vegetation. With a 6-metre drop in the front yard, we carefully worked out the level change and rock placement. We designed the space to incorporate a retaining wall and strategically placed boulders to retain the slope, with a path travelling through the landscape.
Balwyn North
In our Balwyn North project, basalt rocks were chosen to resolve the level difference between the neighbouring property and the garden area.
Here are some examples of how natural rock can be used as a feature in your garden, combined with greenery to create a distinct and appealing landscape.
Whether using rocks as a retaining structure or as a focal point in your garden, selecting plants that thrive in a rockery landscape is essential. At Ploterra, our experienced landscapers, horticulturists, and designers work together to choose the right plants that align with your vision for a successful rockery garden.
