Garden Design Eltham

🌿 Natural Materials for Garden Paths, Steps & Features | ID Garden & Landscape Centre Eltham

 

·      Natural Stone

·      Granite Steps

·      Garden Paths

·      Landscape Rock

·      Screenings

·      Recycled Mulch

·      Sustainable Landscaping

·      Natural Materials

·      Outdoor Features

·      ID Garden Centre

 

🌿 Using Natural Building Materials for Garden Paths, Steps & Features

If you’re dreaming of a garden that feels grounded, timeless, and connected to the land — natural materials are the way to go. At ID Garden & Landscape Centre, we believe your garden should evolve with the seasons, not against them. That’s why we prioritise locally sourced, Australian-made natural products in everything from paths to structural features.

Here’s how to use natural building materials in your landscape design — and why they’re worth the investment.

 

1. Field Granite Steps & Sawn Stone
Nothing says permanence like granite! Whether you’re building access into a sloping yard or creating visual flow through different zones, Field Granite Steps and Sawn Stone Seats add both function and form.

  • Durable, low-maintenance, and naturally slip-resistant
  • Available in sawn or irregular cuts for tailored finishes
  • Perfect for bush-style gardens, modern natives, or formal layouts

 

2. Landscape Rock & Boulders
Stone features bring grounding energy to any garden. We stock Field Granite, Basalt and Mudstone, each offering its own look and character.

  • Use them as edging, retaining elements or standalone sculptures
  • Combine with native plantings for a rugged, natural look
  • Strategically bury part of each rock for that “settled in” feel

 

3. Screenings for Natural Garden Paths
 Gravel-style paths made from Crushed Honey Granite or Honey Granite Screenings 10mm and 20mm are not only beautiful — they’re practical.

  • Excellent drainage and weed suppression
  • Easy to top up over time
  • Pairs well with steel edging, native grasses and rustic timber features

Our 20mm screenings are ideal for high-traffic paths, offering stability underfoot while maintaining a natural texture.

 

🍂 4. Mulch as a Design Element
 Don’t underestimate mulch in your path and feature areas. Our Reground Bush Mulch and Eucy Mulches are not just for garden beds — they create soft paths, define zones, and offer colour contrast.

  • Suppresses weeds
  • Feels soft underfoot
  • Recycled and processed locally by RePurpose It

Mulch paths are a great choice in native, bush, and food-producing gardens where soil health is a priority.

🧱 5. Cement Products (When You Need Structure)
Sometimes your natural build needs a little extra strength. That’s where bagged products like GP Cement, Off-White Cement or Rapid-Set come in.

  • Ideal for setting stone steps or creating rustic concrete steppers
  • Use Sand & Cement Mix or Hydrated Lime for traditional mortar work

We also stock Brick Sand and Washed Sand in bulk to support your builds.

 

🛒 Everything You Need, Right Here in Eltham
At ID Garden & Landscape Centre, we stock a full range of natural landscaping materials, including:

·      Granite Steps & Seating

·      Field Stone & Boulders

·      Bulk Mulches & Soils

·      Decorative Screenings

·      Sand & Cement Mixes

All available for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Diamond Creek, Research, and surrounding suburbs.

Let Nature Lead Your Design
Natural materials don’t date, they don’t clash, and they don’t need to be replaced. They blend with your plants, settle into your soil, and make your garden feel like it’s always belonged.

Need help choosing materials? Come chat with our team or browse our range online — we’re here to help you build something real.

ID Garden & Landscape Centre – Local, natural, and made to last.