Decorative Stone and Mexican Beach Pebbles, Delivered

Mexican beach pebbles and decorative stone ship directly to your door through Hello Gravel, with nationwide delivery on pallets sized to fit both small residential projects and large commercial installs. Hello Gravel delivers decorative stone by the ton, including river rock, white marble chips, slate chips, and Mexican beach pebbles, with photo-backed reviews showing the real color.

About Hello Gravel

Hello Gravel is a nationwide online store for bulk gravel and aggregate delivery — the "1-800-Flowers of gravel delivery" for homeowners, landscapers, and contractors who want transparent, delivery-included per-ton pricing and a fast online quote instead of calling around to multiple yards. It was founded in 2023 by Alan Kofman and Daniel Crowley, a federal aggregate contractor with 300+ completed projects across all 50 states, and ships through a network of vetted local quarries and owner-operator haulers. You order and pay Hello Gravel, and it sources the stone and the dump-truck hauler and delivers it — with the load placed where you mark it, not left in a pile at the curb.

Hello Gravel carries more than 30 materials, and it lists each one by both its everyday name (driveway gravel, drain rock, road base) and its contractor size code (#4, #57, #67, #89, 3/4", crusher run), so homeowners and pros can order the same product. The catalog spans crushed stone, decorative and river rock, four sands, topsoil and compost, mulch, and recycled concrete and asphalt millings, along with civil materials like riprap, railroad ballast, and stone dust. Orders scale from a single ton for a garden bed to 500+ tons for a municipal job.

Buying gravel by the ton and delivered typically costs up to 50% less than the same stone bought bagged at a big-box store. Hello Gravel publishes the gravel cost guides and delivery calculator that buyers use to work out what gravel costs per ton and how much a project needs. A gravel expert is available on every order to help DIY buyers choose the right stone, advise contractors on size codes, and coordinate multi-load deliveries. Hello Gravel has served more than 10,000 customers, holds an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, and is rated 4.9 out of 5 on Reviews.io.

Whether you’re planning a zen garden, a drainage channel, or a front yard refresh, getting the right size and quantity ordered upfront saves you from a second delivery and a delayed project.

What Are Mexican Beach Pebbles and Why Do Buyers Choose Them?

Mexican beach pebbles are naturally smooth, rounded stones shaped over centuries by water and sediment. Unlike crushed gravel with its sharp angular edges, these are fully tumbled, they settle flat, stay in place, and feel soft underfoot. The color ranges from deep charcoal and black to warm gray and occasional rust-tinged brown depending on the stone, browse the full decorative stone collection to compare options.

One thing that catches buyers off guard: the color shifts a lot depending on moisture. Wet, they go nearly black. Dry, they lighten several shades.

Most supplier photos show dry stone under bright light, so what arrives can look much darker once it’s rained on or placed near irrigation. Hello Gravel’s photo-backed reviews show real deliveries in real conditions, so you can see the actual color before you order, not just a studio shot.

These stones are dense, heavier per square foot than most decorative stone. That density helps with weed suppression and erosion control, but it also means you need to think carefully about how much weight you’re ordering and whether your delivery location can handle a pallet drop.

What Sizes Are Available and Which One Is Right for Your Project?

Size is the most important decision before ordering. Too small and the stones migrate into your lawn. Too large and they look awkward in a narrow border or tight planter.

Small stones (1-2 inches) work best for ground cover, mulch replacement, zen gardens, and planting areas. They tuck neatly around root zones and create a clean finished look. Medium (2-3 inches) is the most versatile option and what most residential buyers end up choosing, it works for landscape beds, decorative pathways, and water features.

Large stones (3-5 inches) are better suited for drainage applications, dry creek beds, and bold accent work. Extra large (5+ inches) is reserved for statement pieces and commercial hardscape where you’re placing individual stones rather than spreading broad coverage.

How Much Decorative Stone Do You Actually Need?

Most residential projects in the 100-200 square foot range at 2-3 inches deep fall somewhere in the middle rows of this table, use the Mexican beach pebbles calculator to do the precise math for your space.

Area	Depth 2”	Depth 3”	Depth 4”
50 sq ft	~0.3 cu yd	~0.5 cu yd	~0.6 cu yd
100 sq ft	~0.6 cu yd	~1.0 cu yd	~1.2 cu yd
200 sq ft	~1.2 cu yd	~1.9 cu yd	~2.5 cu yd
500 sq ft	~3.1 cu yd	~4.6 cu yd	~6.2 cu yd

The depth you lay them at changes your coverage math more than most buyers expect. For decorative ground cover, 2-3 inches is standard. For drainage, go 4-6 inches. Underfilling is the most common mistake, and it shows. The ground texture bleeds through and the install looks thin within a season.

Buyers who skip landscape fabric almost always regret it a season later when weeds push through. Lay fabric first, then stone on top.

One cubic yard of Mexican beach pebbles weighs roughly 2,700-3,000 lbs.

A standard pallet holds about half a cubic yard. Projects over 2 cubic yards typically need multiple pallets, which affects both your shipping quote and your delivery logistics.

Measure your area twice and round up to the nearest half cubic yard, running short and waiting on a second pallet delivery is a far worse outcome than having a small amount of stone left over.

Where Do Mexican Beach Pebbles Work Best in a Landscape?

Mexican beach pebbles pull double duty in most landscape designs: they look intentional while also solving functional problems like drainage and erosion. The most common applications are garden bed borders, dry creek beds, water features, and low-traffic pathways. For drainage specifically, large and extra-large sizes are the practical choice since water moves through the gaps more freely.

The places where decorative stone tends to underperform are steep slopes without edging and high-foot-traffic paths. On slopes, any stone will migrate without a proper border installed first. On heavily used walkways, smooth stones shift underfoot over time, which becomes a trip hazard. The edging and underlayment situation is almost always where projects break down first, even when the surface looks fine on install day.

How Does Delivery Work for Pallets and Bulk Stone?

Hello Gravel sells online to all 50 states: check delivery locations to confirm your area, enter a ZIP code for an upfront delivered price, order by the ton, pick a delivery date, and a local dump truck places the load at your address. Here are a few things to note regarding delivery:

• Curbside delivery includes a lift gate, so no forklift or loading dock is needed, the driver lowers the pallet to the curb and you handle placement from there.
• Delivery windows are half-day estimates, not specific times, and someone needs to be present to receive the pallet.
• A steep driveway or tight access point can affect where the pallet actually lands, so think through your drop zone before checkout.
• Delivery timing surprises are one of the most common sources of friction for contractors juggling multiple job sites, and sorting out access in advance is worth the two minutes it takes.

Shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada is available but uses different freight logistics and rates. Contact Hello Gravel directly for a quote on those destinations rather than using the standard online checkout.

How Do You Place an Order and Why Trust Hello Gravel?

Hello Gravel has served 10,000+ customers and carries 700+ verified, photo-backed reviews at a 4.9 average, so first-time buyers can see real deliveries before they order.

To order, visit the Hello Gravel products page, enter your ZIP code to get instant pricing, select your stone size and quantity, and pick a delivery date. For larger projects or anything outside the standard delivery area, calling in your order gets you help sizing your quantity accurately before anything ships.

Accurate measurements before you order are what separate a smooth project from a second delivery and a delayed finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Mexican beach pebbles used for in landscaping?

Mexican beach pebbles are most commonly used for dry river beds, garden borders, planting beds, and around water features like fountains or ponds. Their smooth, naturally rounded surface makes them a popular decorative stone choice for both modern and traditional landscape designs. They also work well as a low-maintenance ground cover that suppresses weeds without the look of standard gravel.

How much do Mexican beach pebbles cost per ton?

Mexican beach pebbles typically range from $150 to $300 per ton depending on size, color, and your location. Delivered pricing is generally higher than pickup pricing, but for most projects the convenience offsets the difference. Buying in bulk by the ton rather than by the bag is almost always the better value for any area larger than a small accent bed.

What sizes do decorative stone and Mexican beach pebbles come in?

Mexican beach pebbles are commonly available in small (1-2 inch), medium (2-3 inch), and large (3-5 inch) sizes, with some suppliers also carrying a jumbo option. Smaller sizes work best for tight spaces and pathways, while larger decorative stone makes a stronger visual statement in open planting beds or around boulders. Most suppliers can provide a blend if you want a more natural, varied look.

How do I calculate how much decorative stone I need for my project?

Multiply the length by the width of your area to get square footage, then factor in your desired depth, typically 2 to 3 inches for Mexican beach pebbles used as ground cover. One ton of decorative stone generally covers around 70-100 square feet at a 2-inch depth, though this varies by stone size. When in doubt, round up slightly; running short mid-project is a bigger headache than having a small surplus.

Is delivery available for Mexican beach pebbles in my area?

Most bulk decorative stone suppliers offer direct delivery for Mexican beach pebbles, typically within a defined regional radius. Delivery minimums usually start at one ton, and lead times can range from same-day to several days depending on your location and the supplier’s schedule. It’s worth calling ahead to confirm coverage for your zip code, especially for rural or less-populated areas.