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| This is not the picture that inspired my garden design, but the concept is similar. For more photos of this garden, visit sunset.com |
I believe that I have my backyard plan
figured out as much as possible from afar.
Now, I am on to thinking about process.
What materials will I use for the paths?
Will I use raised beds, will I till in the sod and battle the weeds, or
will I use a sod remover? Weighing the
options…
The Paths
True naturalists want to de-pave the planet
as much as possible and use mulch paths.
However, I must admit that I really like the pretty brick paths in the picture
that inspired my backyard design. After
living on the shores of the North Sea for a few months, I have come to respect
rock as a natural part of the earth.
Perhaps, as a compromise, I could create paths of small pebbles. But really, who wants pebble paths? They will require weeding and the wheelbarrow
will be hard to push. And I really like
the brick. So here’s the plan: if I can get my hands on some cheap (or free),
recycled brick, I will go with brick paths.
If not, I will mulch the paths.
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