Sustainable Landscaping Eltham

Sloped Block Landscaping with Rock, Gravel & Mulch

Tackle your sloped block with sustainable landscaping solutions like gravel, crushed rock, and natural mulches. Ideal for Eltham and bushland areas.

 

·      Sloped Block Landscaping

·      Erosion Control Products

·      Gravel and Mulch Eltham

·      Fire-Safe Mulch

·      Drainage Stone Supply

·      Eco Landscaping Victoria

·      Honey Granite Screenings

·      Garden Rock for Slopes

 

🌿 Sustainable Landscaping for Sloped Blocks

Practical solutions that protect your soil and the environment.

Sloped blocks are common throughout Eltham, Research, Kangaroo Ground, and other parts of Nillumbik. While these landscapes offer visual interest and natural drainage, they also come with a challenge: soil erosion.

At ID Garden & Landscape Centre, we specialise in sustainable, low-maintenance solutions using locally sourced materials that support both your garden and the planet.

1. Crushed Rock & Drainage Stone: Stabilise with Strength

Our top pick:

  • 20mm Crushed Rock C3
  • 20mm+ Drainage Stone

These rock products:

  • Act as a stabilising base for sloped paths and terraces
  • Allow for excellent drainage (preventing waterlogging or runoff damage)
  • Can be topped with finer gravel or screenings for finish and grip

 

🌾 2. Honey Granite Screenings: Aesthetic + Practical

Available in 10mm & 20mm sizes, these warm-toned screenings:

·      Create a natural-looking surface

·      Help with erosion control on exposed slopes

·      Require minimal maintenance over time

Plus, as a mineral mulch, they’re fire-resistant—perfect for bushfire-prone areas!

 

🍃 3. Natural Mulch for Soil Health & Moisture Retention

For stabilising plant zones, organic mulch is key. Our recommendations:

  • Eucy Mulch – Chunky: Great for reducing erosion, low flammability, long-lasting
  • Arborists/Leaf Mulch: A budget-friendly, recycled option perfect for native plant zones

Spread mulch 50–75mm thick on planted slope areas to:

  • Suppress weeds
  • Retain moisture
  • Support root development

Just keep mulch clear of edges or building structures!

4. Landscape Rock & Sawn Steps: Retain & Access with Style

For steeper slopes, landscape rock can do more than add visual impact—it provides practical support for retaining earth and creating safe access paths. Using Field Granite, Mudstone, or Basalt Rock, you can build natural-looking terraces or low retaining walls that blend beautifully with your garden design.

To connect different levels of your block, consider installing sawn stone steps—like our Granite Sawn Steps—for a stable, non-slip solution that ties seamlessly into surrounding rock features. This approach:

  • Reduces erosion from foot traffic
  • Improves safety on sloped terrain
  • Adds structure and flow to your outdoor space

Pair steps with mulched planting zones or screened gravel paths for a cohesive, sustainable landscape.

 

🔄 Pro Tip: Combine Materials by Zone

  • Top of the slope: Use screenings or crushed rock to slow water flow
  • Mid-slope: Stabilise with mulch and deep-rooted plants
  • Base: Use drainage stone to safely redirect runoff

 

🛒 We Deliver Smarter, Greener Solutions in and around Eltham

From fire-safe mineral mulch to erosion-busting gravel, we offer sustainable products for sloped landscapes—and we deliver throughout Eltham, the Yarra Ranges, and surrounds.

Ask us in-store about custom load combinations and project-specific recommendations.