There are all sorts of interesting alternatives around now.

Some of them seem pretty strange at first, but I have seen them used, and if you don't know what they are you would likely be surprised to learn.

Amongst them;

Chipped up old roofing shingles, the coloured aggregate sparkles, they are treated and do not break down or attract insects or other pests. Also makes good pathway material.

Ground up car tires, it makes a nice uniform black pebble about 1/4" in size, again, no pests or deterioration. It really sets of small coloured flowers since it makes a totally black background.

Ground recycled concrete. They grind it down to whatever size is desired and then wash out the fine particles, it can even be coloured if desired during the wash process.

Ground recycled clay bricks, makes a nice 'antique' effect as mulch, also makes excellent walkways.

The big advantage to most of these products is that since they are recyled material, they are inexpensive.

Best of luck.

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