Stone Vs. Rock - Complements Any Landscape A very popular trend in landscape design is the use of stone to add character and definition to an outdoor space. The growing popularity of natural stone landscaping is due to the fact that stones fit the look of most homes. It works well on both formal and informal landscape designs. Besides, when it comes to landscaping, stones can be used to frame a pond, facade a house front, facade an outdoor fireplace, line walkways and patios,