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A Contractor's Guide to Choosing Bluestone in Florida, NY, for Patios, Walkways, and Outdoor Living Spaces

A Contractor's Guide to Choosing Bluestone in Florida, NY, for Patios, Walkways, and Outdoor Living Spaces

Bluestone has been a favorite material in the Hudson Valley for generations. From elegant patios and welcoming front walkways to pool surrounds and outdoor gathering spaces, bluestone continues to be one of the most requested natural stone products for residential landscape projects.

Its popularity is not simply about appearance. Bluestone offers a combination of natural beauty, durability, and versatility that makes it a strong choice for both contractors and homeowners. It feels at home in traditional landscapes, complements modern architecture, and performs well through the changing seasons of the Hudson Valley.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

E. P. Jansen Nursery began with an inspired vision only a family-run company can design. After purchasing her father's home and five acres of land in 1972, Elizabeth and Jan Jansen transformed the land into a community-focused, pick-your-own-strawberries, gladiolus, and chrysanthemum farm. Over ten-thousand chrysanthemums grew throughout the five acres during those early years. But as Jan and Elizabeth adapted and grew their vision, they also began to look ahead, expanding their business plan by breaking up their expansive flower offerings into separate products, and thus allowing the growth of an extensive, diverse nursery. After over 45 years, this family-focused company has grown to become the premier hardscape and plant supplier in the region. The sprawling farm now offers high-quality nursery stock curated from around the world as well as a comprehensive selection of natural stone, wall systems, pavers, blue stone, granite, and a wide variety of tools and bulk support materials.