How Do You Collect Rocks For A Rock Garden?
A rock garden makes a beautiful addition to your home whether indoors or out. Because of the many sizes, colors and shapes of rocks, each rock garden is unique. Have fun while collecting the rocks for your garden but be aware of regulations that govern rock collecting. Buy a rock and mineral guide to look up rocks you find. Get ideas about what you want to look for outdoors or at rock and mineral shows. Know the rules that govern rock collecting. There are strict regulations about collecting on public lands. It is illegal to collect rocks from a national or state park. Search hillsides with exposed rock for specimens you find attractive. When it comes to rock collecting, eroding hillsides offer more possibilities than open fields. Collect along streams and waterways where permitted. Running water creates interesting wear patterns that add character to the rocks and in turn add character to your garden. Choose rocks of different colors and sizes to add variety to your rock garden. Obtai
