Plum Slate Rockery

If you're searching for large rockery boulders to enhance your garden, our Slate Rockery range is the perfect choice! Among our most popular options is Plum Slate Rockery, known for its striking plum and burgundy hues that naturally occur in this stunning garden stone.

These eye-catching stones pair beautifully with matching Plum Slate Chippings and Plum Paddlestones, creating a bold, cohesive look in both front and back gardens. Their rich colors become even more vibrant when wet, making them an excellent addition to ponds and water features. Plus, with fish-friendly properties, Plum Slate Rockery is a safe and stylish choice for aquatic environments.

How to Buy Plum Slate Rockery

Plum Slate Rockery is available to buy online or in-store as individual pieces

Each Plum Slate Rockery piece measures approximately 250mm in size but can vary 

This stone can be collected for free at one of our depots in Wimborne, Bournemouth, Christchurch or Dorchester, or these garden stones can be delivered nationally to anywhere in the UK.

Plum Slate Rockery for Your Garden

Looking to incorporate Plum Slate Rockery into your outdoor space? Here are some creative ways to make the most of these stunning natural stones.

Thanks to their larger size, Plum Slate Rockery offers great value—you only need a few pieces to create an eye-catching statement feature. Try placing a few rocks at the center of your garden or in a front yard display, surrounded by wildflowers for a beautifully natural look.

Another fantastic use for Plum Slate Rockery is as garden dividers. These stones can help define spaces within your landscape, such as separating paving from turf or a shingle path from a pond. For sloped gardens, Plum Slate Rockery can be used to blend different levels seamlessly, creating both a functional and decorative transition between elevations.

Plum Slate Rockery for Your Water Feature

No matter the size of your garden, a water feature can serve as a stunning focal point in your outdoor space. One of the best things about water features is their versatility—you can choose a small, subtle design or go for a larger, more elaborate installation to suit your style.

Plum Slate Rockery pairs beautifully with rockery pools, which not only enhance your garden’s aesthetic but also attract a variety of wildlife. If you prefer a pond, you can keep it simple and self-contained or elevate it with water fountains for a striking statement piece.

Since Plum Slate Rockery is fish-friendly, it’s a safe and stylish option for lining the edges of your pond. Plus, if you're looking for convenience, we also offer ready-made water features that you can easily incorporate into your garden design.

How to Make a Garden Pond

Creating a garden pond is easier than you might think! A simple way to start is by purchasing a pre-formed plastic pond from your local garden center. However, careful planning is key—choose a location that gets partial sunlight to prevent excessive algae growth but isn’t directly under a tree to avoid constant leaf debris.

Once you’ve selected the spot, decide whether to install the pond at ground level by digging a hole to fit the pond shape or opt for a raised pond, which can be built using sleepers for a more structured look.

The most exciting part is decorating your pond! Begin with smaller stones like slate chippings, then add larger paddlestones for texture, and finally, complete the look with Plum Slate Rockery for a natural, eye-catching finish. To enhance the pond’s ecosystem, consider adding aquatic plants, both submerged and floating, to create a balanced, visually appealing water feature.

For more tips on How to Make a Garden Pond, Click Here. 

PLEASE NOTE: Due to our Decorative Stones being a naturally-sourced product, there will always be some variation from batch to batch, especially in terms of colour. On occasion, your garden stones may be very dusty; we recommend hosing your new stones down to wash them and reveal their true colour.   

Buy With Confidence

• Our Plum Slate Rockery can be purchased as individual pieces 
• Please enter the quantity you'd like to buy and add to your basket 
• Our garden stones will either arrive on a hiab lorry that can be used to lift the stone onto your garden, or it will arrive on a pallet for kerbside delivery; depending on your address
• You can choose free collection from one of our Depots or fuss-free, home delivery.

A Service You Can Rely On

• Our reliable service offers prompt delivery to any area in the UK
• Stone Zone is a family-run business that has been well-established since 1998
• Our efficient customer advisors can help you with your purchase
• We pride ourselves on offering a range of affordable garden supplies 

Sample stones are also available in-store, please ask a customer advisor. 

A Delivery Service Tailored to You

Our top-rated delivery service is reliable and flexible to suit you, however, it can cary depending on where you live. Click here for more information on our delivery service and if your postcode is classed as 'local' or 'national.'

Any questions? Use our live chat to speak to an advisor, alternatively, you can fill out an enquiry form or call us on 01202 874207.