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A gravel path can be a visually appealing component to your garden, as well as being environmentally friendly and easy to maintain. Following a few easy steps, you can add a path to your own garden.
Steps
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Plan out your path, using chalk spray or another temporary marker. [1]- First, plan out the basic route of your path.
- Next, use measuring tools to mark out an even width along your route.
- Double check to make sure there is no delicate plumbing or wiring along your intended route!
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Measure the area of your intended path so you'll know how much gravel to purchase.[2] You will want your path to be covered by at least an inch and a half (3 cm) of gravel.Advertisement -
Pick your gravel.[3] Choose a color and texture that is appropriate to your yard design, needs, and budget. -
Dig a trench about 2 inches deep. The edges of the trench will be flush with the outlined edges of your path. -
Line your trench with landscape fabric or two layers of burlap or newspaper to smother weeds, but allow drainage.[4] -
Edge your trench with rocks or bricks to contain the gravel. -
7Add your gravel,[5]Advertisement
raking it evenly over your path.
Expert Q&A
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QuestionCan you make a steep gravel path?
Sina KamranSina Kamran is a Hardscaping Specialist and the Owner of Design Scapes, Inc. in Santa Monica, California. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in customized, site-specific hardscaping and landscaping design/build projects. He's a certified National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) designer, a certified installer with the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI), and a Rain Bird Certified Irrigation Professional. Additionally, Design Scapes, Inc. has many 5-star rated reviews.
Hardscape SpecialistOnly if you have a system like a honeycomb grid, which is plastic and supposed to hold the gravel in place. Otherwise, you'll just have a lot of gravel coming loose and getting all over the place.
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References
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCdWi8eAR5U
- ↑ https://decorativeaggregates.com/pages/gravel-calculator
- ↑ https://www.buriensandandgravel.com/50-shades-of-gray-choosing-the-right-gravel-for-the-right-project/
- ↑ Sina Kamran. Hardscape Specialist. Expert Interview
- ↑ https://www.familyhandyman.com/garden-structures/garden-paths/planning-a-backyard-path-gravel-paths/
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