Style reference
Modern Front Yard
Large-format concrete pavers over a Mexican beach pebble field, framed by grasses and a specimen tree.
🌾 Decomposed Granite
Decomposed Granite (DG)
Weathered granite crushed into a fine, sand-like screening. When wet and compacted it forms a firm, natural-looking walking surface prized for garden paths, patios, decomposed granite driveways, and xeriscape.
Available sizes
3/8" minus
Colors & blends
NaturalGoldCalifornia GoldPinkGreyTan
Finishes
Loose (walking paths)Stabilized DG (polymer, driveway-grade)Pathway DG (ADA-compliant blend)
Gallery
Material pile
Installed
Wet
Close-up
Representative visualizations. Actual color, texture, and size vary by supplier and lot.
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- Delivered to your project
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Availability
In stock- Available in Southern California
- Available in Northern California
- Delivered pricing available
- Heavy equipment delivery available
Typical lead time
1–3 business days
Delivery options
End dumpSuper sacksTruck & transfer
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Why order through Yardexa
A real materials company — coordinated for you.
- Material expertiseEvery product page written by people who spec and deliver materials for a living.
- Managed procurementOne request per project. Yardexa handles pricing, sourcing, and delivery — no calls to five yards.
- Professional supportA specialist follows every order — before, during, and after delivery.
- Delivered pricing, preparedYardexa prepares delivered pricing that includes truck, fuel, and site coordination — not a surprise on the invoice.
- Fulfillment network handledYardexa coordinates sourcing behind the scenes — you never contact yards directly.
- California coverageLive routes across LA, OC, San Diego, Riverside, Inland Empire, and Ventura.
- Project planning toolsCalculators, bundles, and a project cart that mirror how contractors actually order.
Style references
Installed examples
Where Decomposed Granite (DG) shows up in real landscape work. Each reference links to its project guide and calculator.
Style reference
Mediterranean Landscape
California Gold DG under olive trees, flagstone stepping-stones, and warm-toned boulders.
Style reference
Desert Landscape
Warm gold DG field with sculptural boulders, agave groupings, and a dry-creek river-rock spine.
Style references illustrate the intended installed look. Verified photography is added as it becomes available.
Advantages
- Compacts to a firm walkable surface
- Natural earthy color
- Permeable
- Very affordable
Applications
- Garden paths
- Patios
- Xeriscape ground plane
- Dog areas
- Driveways (stabilized DG)
Specifications
- Density
- 1.35 tons per cubic yard
- Colors
- Gold, brown, grey depending on source
Coverage per cubic yard
| Depth | Coverage |
|---|---|
| 2" | 162 sq ft |
| 3" | 108 sq ft |
| 4" | 81 sq ft |
Common uses
PathsPatiosXeriscape
Installation tips
- Install in 2" lifts, wet, and compact for a firm surface.
- Consider stabilized DG (with polymer) in vehicular or public areas.
- Slope 1–2% for drainage — DG holds water briefly.
Ordering tips
- Color varies by quarry — always request a sample.
Common mistakes
- Skipping compaction — loose DG tracks into shoes and washes out.
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Frequently asked
- DG vs gravel — which is better for a path?
- DG gives a firm compacted surface — best for barefoot patios and garden paths. Gravel is easier to install but shifts underfoot.
- How deep should decomposed granite be?
- 3" total (installed in two 1.5" compacted lifts) is standard for walkable paths.