Pebbles

Smooth, river-tumbled pebbles for pathways, dry creek beds, container tops, and decorative ground cover. Available in bulk and bags with yard pickup or delivery anywhere in the United States.

Buying pebbles: every blend below is for sale by the bag, the ton, or the cubic yard. Size drives coverage, so smaller river pebbles pack tightly and stretch further while 1 to 2 inch grades leave bigger voids and cover less per ton. Figure roughly 100 sq ft per ton at 2 inches for small pebbles, closer to 75 for large. Size the job with the coverage calculator, or compare river rock, beach pebbles, and white landscape rock.
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Common Uses for Pebbles

From dry creek beds to zen gardens and potted plants, see where smooth, rounded pebbles earn their place in a landscape.

Dry Creek Beds

Dry Creek Beds

Smooth, rounded pebbles fill the bed of a dry creek and read like a stream that has run there for years. Use larger beach pebbles in the channel and finer pebbles along the edges. The rounded shape carries real runoff during heavy rain without looking industrial.

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Related: River Rock · Boulders · Beach Pebbles
Ground Cover & Borders

Ground Cover & Borders

A 2" to 3" layer of pebbles around shrubs, trees, and beds replaces mulch with a clean stone surface that never decomposes. Run a tidy pebble border along walkways and bed edges for a finished, low-maintenance look that stays put in wind.

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Related: Decomposed Granite · Sand · Pea Gravel
Water Features & Ponds

Water Features & Ponds

Smooth pebbles belong where water lives. Line the bottom of a pondless waterfall, edge a fountain, or fill the basin of a bubbler with polished or beach pebbles. The rounded shape feels natural underwater and stays bright when wet.

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Related: Landscape Glass · Boulders · Beach Pebbles
Potted Plants & Succulents

Potted Plants & Succulents

A top dressing of polished pebbles finishes a pot, holds moisture in the soil, and keeps splashing dirt off leaves. White and mixed-color polished pebbles dress up succulent arrangements and indoor planters. A small bag covers a lot of containers.

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Related: Landscape Glass · Sand · Beach Pebbles
Zen & Meditation Gardens

Zen & Meditation Gardens

Black and white zen pebbles and smooth mixed tones are the classic ground plane for a Japanese-style garden. Rake fine pebbles into ripple patterns, set a few accent boulders, and frame the space with a clean border. Calm, low-water, and timeless.

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Related: Boulders · Sand · Polished Pebbles
Pathways & Patios

Pathways & Patios

Smaller pebbles make a soft, walkable surface for garden paths, side yards, and casual seating areas. Set them over a compacted base with steel or stone edging to hold the line. Pleasant underfoot and quick to drain after rain.

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Related: Pea Gravel · Decomposed Granite · Sand

Pebbles Buying Guide

Pick the right type and size, learn placement and edging tips, and find the look that works for your landscape.

Pebbles are smooth, rounded stones that finish a landscape with clean, low-maintenance color. We carry natural pebbles for paths and ground cover, beach pebbles for modern beds and water features, and polished pebbles for pots, containers, and decorative accents. Unlike mulch, pebbles never decompose.

Browse the full pebbles collection across every type and size. Not sure which to use? The table below pairs each type with the projects it does best.

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Pebble Types & Sizes vs Use Cases

MaterialBest ForCompactionDrainageCost
Pea-Sized (3/8"–3/4") Pathways, ground cover, pot top-dressing, zen gardens Light (decorative) Excellent $$
Medium (1"–2") Decorative beds, borders, dry creek beds None (decorative) Excellent $$
Cobble (2"–3") Water feature edging, dry creek channels, accents None Excellent $$$
Polished Pebbles Pots, containers, water features, indoor decor None (decorative) Excellent $$$
Lay landscape fabric underneath and edge with steel, stone, or boulders to keep pebbles in place.

What Landscapers Know

  • Lay landscape fabric underneath. Commercial-grade weed barrier keeps soil from migrating up into the pebbles and stops weeds from finding daylight through them.
  • 2" to 3" is the right depth for ground cover. Less and the soil shows through, more and the pebbles start to spread underfoot. A consistent depth reads clean and stays put.
  • Edge with steel, stone, or boulders. Pebbles roll and spread if they have nowhere to stop. Steel landscape edging, concrete bands, or placed boulders all hold the line clean.
  • Pebbles darken and brighten when wet. Natural and beach pebbles deepen in color, polished pebbles take on a sheen. Mist a sample after delivery to preview the wet look.
  • Match the pebble to the job. Use polished pebbles for pots and water features, beach pebbles for modern beds, and natural pebbles for paths and broad ground cover. The size table above is your guide.
  • Buy by the right unit. Pebbles come in samples, 1/2 cubic foot bags, and 1,000 to 2,000 lb bulk. Small accent jobs and pots want bags, while beds and paths are cheaper by the ton. Use the calculator at the top to size your order.

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FAQ

Natural pebbles are smooth, rounded stones in earthy tones, great for paths and ground cover. Beach pebbles are naturally tumbled smooth with a soft sheen when wet, popular for modern beds and water features. Polished pebbles are machine-tumbled to a glossy finish, ideal for pots, containers, and decorative accents. Browse the full pebbles collection to compare.
Use the coverage calculator at the top of this page. As a quick rule, 1 cubic yard covers roughly 100 square feet at 3 inches deep. For pots and small accents, a 1/2 cubic foot bag goes a long way. Pebbles weigh about 1.4 tons per cubic yard.
Pebbles are the smaller, smoother, more decorative stones, used for paths, pots, water features, and zen gardens. River rock is larger and chunkier, used for dry creek beds, drainage, and slopes where you want more visual weight. Both are rounded and smooth.
No. Unlike bark or mulch, pebbles do not decompose, blow away, or break down. With landscape fabric underneath, a properly installed pebble bed can last decades with just an occasional rake or top-up if it shifts or thins.
Yes. Pots, small beds, paths, and zen gardens are all DIY-friendly with a wheelbarrow, rake, edging, and landscape fabric. For larger areas or projects that need boulder placement, you may want a landscape contractor or our delivery team. Call (800) 215-7372 with your zip and project size for guidance.

Find the Right Pebbles for Your Project

Natural, beach, and polished pebbles in every size. Pick at the yard or have it delivered by the bag, supersack, or by the ton. Project consultation available. Send us photos and we'll suggest what works.

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Landscaping pebbles for sale by the bag, the ton, or the yard

Every pebble blend above is for sale in the quantity your project needs. Container tops, planters and small features go by the bag or a sample. Pathways, creek beds and open ground cover are ordered as bulk pebbles, priced per ton or per cubic yard. Pick a size on any product page and it shows the current cost for that exact unit.

Pebble size drives coverage more than most people expect. Smaller river pebbles pack tightly and stretch further, while larger 1 inch to 2 inch pebbles leave bigger voids between stones and cover less area per ton. Polished pebbles are sold in smaller decorative quantities and priced accordingly, because the tumbling and grading process is more involved.

How many pebbles do I need?

Measure length times width, then plan on about 2 inches deep for decorative cover and 3 inches for a walking surface. As a planning figure, a ton of small pebbles covers roughly 100 square feet at 2 inches, and larger grades closer to 75. Run your exact dimensions through the coverage calculator, or see cubic yards vs tons to convert between bulk units.

Compare related materials in river rock, beach pebbles, polished pebbles, and white landscape rock, or read beach pebbles vs river rock and landscaping with river rock and pebble. For bulk loads and freight, request a quote.

Delivery & Pickup

Pebbles Delivery Across California & the Southwest

Order pebbles for pickup at our Central Valley or Antelope Valley yards, or bulk delivery throughout California — plus Nevada, Arizona, and Colorado. Tell us your ZIP and project and we will quote a delivered price.

Central Valley Visalia Yard 30617 Co Hwy J25, Goshen, CA 93227 Yard details › Antelope Valley Rosamond Yard 1387 Sierra Hwy, Rosamond, CA 93560 Yard details ›

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Lancaster · Palmdale · Santa Clarita · Victorville · Tehachapi

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Los Angeles · Riverside · San Bernardino · San Diego

Nevada, Arizona & Colorado

Las Vegas · Phoenix · Tucson · Denver

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