You can also make the path as wide as you like 3 to 4 feet is standard What you put down between the edging is also a matter of choice Colonial Americans crushed the castoff shells from their oyster feasts to line their garden paths; Decomposed granite (DG) is a great pathway alternative you should seriously consider It's natural, it comes in a variety of colors, and it's a viable alternative to pavers or concrete (And, it's useful for a lot more than just pathways) The product comes in two colors Tan/Gold —The most commonly used color Create a shallow area about 8 to 12 inches below where you plan the top of the decomposed granite to meet with surrounding garden beds or grassy areas Depending on where you plan to install the
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