A term sometimes used alternately with ornamental stone. ii. Natural material used as architectural trimmings in columns, fireplaces, and store fronts; may be set in silver- or gold-filled jewelry, as curio stones; e.g., malachite and marble.
Decorative landscaping stones can be used in place of mulch, as a dynamic textured or colorful ground cover between different areas of a garden, or around driveways, walkways and other hardscaping projects.