Desert Vista Brown
Desert Vista Brown is a rich, deep brown decorative rock with darker earth tones than Apache Brown. Contractors use it for xeriscape ground cover, borders, and commercial landscape installations that call for a deeper brown palette. The darker color provides strong contrast against light concrete, stucco, or sand-colored hardscape. Available in 1/2" and 1" Screened.
Density: ~1.35 t/yd³
Density: ~1.35 t/yd³
Category: Decorative
Common Uses: Premium landscaping, Accent beds, Walkways
Load Limits: 17 ton max per truck · no minimum order
Available Sizes: 1/4" Minus, 1/2" Minus, 1" Minus, 1/2" Screened, 1" Screened, Rip Rap 1" to 5", Rip Rap 3" to 8"
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Phoenix Contractor's Guide
The full playbook — quarry routing, load sizing, base specs, delivery timing.
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How Much DG Do I Need?
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Wet vs Dry Aggregate
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Delivery Prep Checklist
The 1-page site-prep sheet that prevents most failed deliveries.
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Failed-Delivery Policy
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