It's looking better ofm.
I agree with Bev, add more of the rock material, working it into the soil. Go to a Farm Store and they will have the chicken grit it 50# bags that are relatively inexpensive to buy.
https://www.google.com/search?...
It seems to work better than pea gravel because of the sharp contours, instead of smooth. Dig it into the soil and top dress the area once planted. By doing this you will not have to worry about our hot summer sun.
Water deeply once or twice a week, depending on the need. You can poke your finger down into the soil to see if there is still moisture. It is truly important to put lots of this grit
under the leaves.
