How to make a stone path

More than just a practical route through the garden (or to your clothesline), paths can become features, too. They can make the journey just as important as the destination. All you need to do is choose pavers in harmony with the look of your home and surround them with suitable plants. Groundcovers lend themselves to this type of planting because they are hardy, low-growing and spread easily. As for paving, if you are going for a contemporary feel, choose structured pavers, but for a more relaxed, informal look, sawn sandstone flagging is an ideal choice.

Gather your supplies
• Mixed sizes of sawn sandstone flagging
• River sand
• Garden soil
• Fine mulch
• Selection of groundcover plants

You’ll also need
Rake; shovel; wheelbarrow