[Bonanza]

Originally Posted by jimjamuser

I think that rocks look better and last better than organic mulches.

Rocks do look nice but add nothing to the environment and do not benefit the soil. Weeds love all the crannies created by rocks and stones. In addition, your shrubs and plants "bake" in the sun and require more water. Mulches, as they break down over long periods of time, add nutrients to the soil.