As cooler weather arrives, consider hardscape projects such as installing a garden path. Here are some tips:
The path should go to something — preferably something attractive.
Make the path at least 3 feet wide.
Materials for the path can include pavers (my favorite), poured cement, stone, loose pebbles or mulch. Just be sure that the surface is easy to walk on and stable.
When using loose stone or pebbles, be sure to use materials that are angular verses round. Round stones keep moving around, and this is uncomfortable to walk on — like walking on a million marbles!
For paths with loose materials as a surface, line the path with a metal edge or stone to keep it neat and attractive.
Landscape lighting along the path is an invitation for an evening stroll.
Here are some more tips for the landscape this week:
Continue to remove leaves from the lawn with a rake or mulching mower. When raking, put the leaves in a compost pile.
Use ornamental kale, mustards and cabbage in containers for added color and interest.
Stack firewood on a wood pallet to prevent wood decay. When stacking, use a criss-cross pattern. All fire wood should be at least 20 feet from the house to discourage termites.
Spring bulbs are on sale now for as much as 50 percent off. Bulbs can still be planted in beds, so buy a bunch.
Todd Goulding provides residential landscape design and consultations. Contact him at GouldingDesignGroup.com or 345-0719.
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