Beautifying a yard is a job that calls for plenty of landscaping materials. There are many options on the market, but the following five are popular in a wide range of projects.

Mulch

Laying down mulch is a great way to protect an area from pests. Many products are available to deter insects and animals.

Mulch also serves an aesthetic purpose. You can use it to separate flower beds from surrounding landscapes. Similarly, the mulch can be used to contrast the colors of plants, allowing them to stand out. If you have green plants in a green landscape, contrasting mulch can make them pop.

Soil

Every landscape material delivery business ships lots of soil. It's a good idea to get a sense of what's going on with the soil on your property. Look for signs of dryness and issues with growth. It's a good idea to play around with soils that have different pH levels to figure out what mixture promotes the most growth at your location.

Rocks

Even when people think about hardscaping features, they often overlook good old rocks. Whether you want to use pea gravel to line a walkway or big rocks to serve as points of visual interest, there's a lot they can do. Rocks also can bring contrast to a landscape, making them ideal for open spaces that might lack features.

Pavers, Tiles, and Stones

Particularly if you want to have a lived-in outdoor space, pavers, tiles, and stones all are handy. You can use them to build a patio area or sidewalk. They're also good for integrating the house into the surrounding landscape. If you want an edge along the driveway, for example, a line of rectangular stones can look a lot more appealing than a concrete edge.

Blocks and Bricks

Bigger outdoor structures tend to require heavier landscaping materials. If you're planning to build a retaining wall or firepit, for example, blocks are likely to be necessary.

Make sure you select blocks and bricks that can hold up to your preferred applications, though. You don't want to see materials breaking due to extremes of heating and cooling.

Fabrics

Sometimes you'll need to install fabrics to serve as barriers. For example, it's common to use large sheets of fabric to prevent weed growth while smaller plants grow. You can cut holes in the fabric to allow a plant you've chosen space to rise while the surrounding areas are kept too shaded for growth.