Add good drainage as well as a layer of topsoil at least 1 in.
Stepping stone ground cover plants.
These low growing and spreading plants not only provide soil cover they also prohibit weed growth prevent soil erosion and provide tremendous aesthetic value.
The key to ground cover success is to give plants enough loose nutrient rich soil between the stones preferably at least 6 inches deep for roots to grow and with gaps at least 2 inches wide.
Not only do low growing grass and other ground cover plants soften the look of the stone but they are a low maintenance way to keep weeds away.
Finally help your new ground cover prosper with a weekly soaking the plants need to stay moist and a weekly hand weeding.
These low growing and spreading plants not only provide soil cover they also prohibit weed growth prevent soil erosion and provide tremendous aesthetic value.
There are many tough little perennial plants ranging in height from a 1 4 of an inch to 3 inches or so that are perfect for use between stepping stones and pavers.
Deep around the stones so your ground cover can thrive.
If you decide to plant from flats an economical choice i recommend using scissors to cut apart 2 to 3 inch wide chunks that contain several plants and.
Low growing plants for walkways.
There are many tough little perennial plants ranging in height from a 1 4 of an inch to 3 inches or so that are perfect for use between stepping stones and pavers.
The soil gets so compacted that roots cannot deliver water and nutrients to the plant.