#89 Stone vs Jersey Shore Gravel

#89 Stone

Small angular crushed stone approximately 3/8 inch and smaller. Similar in size to pea gravel but with angular edges that provide better compaction and stability. A versatile fine aggregate used in both construction and landscaping applications.

Jersey Shore Gravel

Jersey Shore gravel is a naturally rounded, multicolored stone originating from river deposits in the northeastern United States. Its smooth texture and varied coloration make it a popular decorative gravel.

#89 Stone

• ✓ Walkways
• ✓ Pipe bedding
• ✓ Asphalt mix
• ✓ Between pavers
• ✓ Top dressing
• ✓ Drainage backfill

Jersey Shore Gravel

• ✓ Landscaping
• ✓ Garden beds
• ✓ Decorative ground cover
• ✓ Walkways

#89 Stone

• + Angular edges compact better than rounded pea gravel
• + Small size fills tight spaces
• + Good for pipe bedding and utility trenches
• + Comfortable enough for walkways
• + Excellent drainage

• − Too small for driveway base layers
• − Can migrate without edging
• − Less decorative than pea gravel
• − May be tracked by shoes
• − Not widely stocked at all suppliers

Jersey Shore Gravel

• + Attractive multicolor appearance
• + Smooth texture
• + Low maintenance

• − Does not compact
• − Can shift under foot traffic
• − Higher cost than standard gravel

#89 Stone

Angular crushed stone pieces 3/8" and smaller. Color varies by quarry — typically gray, blue-gray, or tan. The angular shape distinguishes it from similarly-sized pea gravel.

Jersey Shore Gravel

Typically available in 3/8" to 1.5" sizes. Colors include tan, brown, gray, and red tones.