Before we begin, relax by taking three deep, cleansing breaths. Inhale. Exhale. Inhale. Exhale. Inhale. You are now entering the path of enlightenment. Or, more to the point, enlightenment (of a ...

Rough stones, including crushed stone, decomposed granite, and quartz, are a better option for paths, patios, and landings. These types of gravel are fractured to a uniform size and pack firmly, ...

GRAVEL or STONE PATH: The advice for layout and installing edging is the same as above. Once you're happy with the layout, dig out the path to a depth of 4" if you are on sandy soil, and 8" you ...

3 straightforward DIY garden paths Mulch and cedar pathway: A mulch pathway is a good option because it’s cost effective and won’t impact the surrounding soil too much. To create a mulch path ...

Take your sketch to the store, and a clerk will help calculate how much stone you need. A rough rule of thumb is that one ton of gravel will cover 80 to 120 square feet at 2 inches of depth.

Many pathway materials are available, such as bricks and special pavers, but natural stone complements a flower garden more than the other man-made materials. “Visit your local zoo” is the ...

Start to add the crushed gravel in 5-inch lifts. In other words, add 5 inches of gravel around the post and use a long, heavy 2-by-4 to tamp and compact the gravel.

A crushed stone path provides contrast and invites exploration; concrete edging keeps the design clean. An armillary sphere provides a map of the constellations, and anchors the middle.