Creating a beautiful outdoor space involves more than just plants and flowers. Non-living elements are key in making your garden look great, work well, and be more valuable. This is where hardscaping comes in. Hardscaping means adding structures and features that aren’t alive. It boosts your garden’s design and makes it a better space. So,…
Pathways influence how a garden functions and how it feels underfoot. The right surface must handle daily traffic, respond to climate, shed or absorb water, and match the design language of the site. Gravel and decomposed granite provide drainage and economy when contained by edging. Pavers, brick, and modular concrete deliver durable footing with repairable…
Pathways do more than connect spaces – they define circulation, guide views, and determine how a garden feels underfoot. Good design balances comfort, drainage, and visual cohesion. A workable hierarchy sets widths from 24 to 60 inches, grades control water at 1-5 percent, and curves follow a minimum 5-foot radius for carts and wheelbarrows. Material…