Mulch vs Stone

Mulch vs Stone: What do you prefer in your Landscape beds? Stone Pros: Reduced Maintenance Appearance Longevity. Reduced Debris Reduced Fungal Growth Stone Cons: Cost Lack of Compost. Reduced Moisture Retention Mulch Pros: Controls Weeds Retains Moisture Prevents Soil Erosion Maintains Soil Nutrients Controls Pests Encourages Earthworms to Move In Polishes up your Garden Mulch Cons: Must apply more frequently Can be homes to pests Prevents some seeds from germinating because of its sunlight blockage