Flagstone pavers set on a gravel base with spaces between allow rainfall to seep into the soil, rather than run off into the pond at the patio's far end.
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Retaining rocks
Basalt rocks nestled into the slopes base are perfect foils for Sedum 'Autumn Joy'. They also help hold the soil and provide deep planting pockets behind.
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Seasonal accents
Dark maroon Loropetalum chinense 'Razzleberri' carries its color all season long; in summer it pairs well with neighboring yellow Rudbeckia fulgida sullivantii 'Goldsturm'.