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the walkways in european gardens have tiny gravel. how can i achieve that exact look here in the states? the small gravel i am looking at does not seem quite right.
thank you.
Hello Randy, sorry if I couldn't get back to you sooner.
The gravel you need is generally beige in color and must be river washed i.e. of a smooth, rounded nature. Gravel should be laid to around 4 or 5 inches deep over a dividing fabric. However it is the planting that will suggest a Mediterranean/European feel.
See: http://ecologicagardens.com/#/gravel-gardens/4526411123
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Jonathan www.jonathanradfordgardens.com
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