Tips for greening the garden paths:
- Arrange the stones along the walkway, leaving at least 10cm between them to allow the plants to spread. Then, use a stabbing shovel to cut along the edge of the stones to mark the walkway.
- Shovel about 4cm deep and remove a layer of grass and soil.
- Spread a 1 cm thick layer of sand on top. This makes the stones more stable.
- Choose plants that will feel comfortable between the stepping stones.
- Water the new plants frequently for the first few months until the plants are well established.
- You will still need to pull weeds between the stones every few weeks to prevent them from crowding out the plants.
Ramona from Frankfurt is mother of two-year-old Kaia. Her passions are Zumba, nature and gardening, which she lives out in her backyard paradise. She is constantly looking for mommy hacks and cooking tips to make everyday life more efficient. She is also enthusiastic about creative ideas for child development and current trends in fashion and nutrition. Ramona has been writing for Deavita since 2013, always thoroughly researched and often supported by expert interviews. She studied psychology in Freiburg.
