Brick is a charming and versatile building material that can add a touch of classic elegance or create a rustic cottage atmosphere. It works especially well in the yard, where the earthy red color contrasts beautifully with healthy green plants. If you're not sure where to fit brick into your landscaping, try these options.

Where Can You Put Brick in Your Yard?

1. Walking Surfaces

Bricks make durable, attractive paving. If you want to encourage family and visitors to wander through the garden, a brick path or a set of stairs will help guide the way to the sights you want them to see. It also makes distant areas of the yard more accessible for those who might not be able to move easily on dirt and grass. If you want to entertain out in the yard, hardscaping features like a patio or benches give you a place to do it.

2. Walls

If you want to section off part of the yard, a low brick wall is an easy way to do it. The small size of the bricks and the wide range of shapes available makes it easy to create beautiful layouts including circles and curves. You can also use them to hold back soil, creating retaining walls and built up planters to vary the height of your landscaping.

3. Extra Features

One of the classic choices for improving your landscaping with bricks is to add an outdoor fireplace or fire pit. This creates a beautiful setting for get-togethers even when the weather gets cold. For something slightly less traditional but just as beautiful, install a brick-lined water feature, such as a fountain, wall, or pond.

For landscaping supplies including quality bricks and mortar, choose Weckesser Brick Co. in Rochester, NY. Serving Monroe County for over 85 years, this family-owned company will also help you find the right contractor for the work. For questions, call (585) 247-1100 or visit their website.