How Do You Make Steps In A Garden Slope?
It is peaceful and relaxing to walk through a beautiful, sloping flower garden. But without steps on a steep slope, it can feel more like a mountain hike than a stroll. Making the steps takes some time and some hard work but is well worth it when you’re finished. Not only does it add character to your garden, it makes it easier to view the entire area. You might want to recruit a friend or two to help you out, and pick a dry weekend to get the work done. Step 1 Plan your steps by choosing a material that will blend in with your landscape. Wood looks most natural in the setting but may need to be replaced at some point, whereas slate or paving stones will last forever. If you choose wood, purchase pressure-treated boards, cut them to the width of the desired path and use a wood sealant on them before installation. Step 2 Starting at the bottom, ground level, go up about 3 inches and dig back the width of the material plus 10 inches. For instance, if using a 2-by-12 board, dig back 22 in
