Designing Beautiful Walkways and Garden Paths with Pavers

July 11, 2025

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Designing Beautiful Walkways and Garden Paths with Pavers

Guiding Your Garden Journey

Walkways and garden paths do more than just provide a way to get from one place to another; they guide the eye, define spaces, and add immense charm and character to your landscape. Using interlocking pavers is the perfect way to create beautiful, durable, and functional paths in your Treasure Coast garden. Right Way offers expert design and paver installation for these essential landscape elements.


Straight vs. Curved Paths

The shape of your path sets the tone. Straight paths create a formal, direct feel, perfect for leading from a driveway to the front door or connecting two geometric patios. Gently curving paths, on the other hand, create a more relaxed, organic, and meandering feel, encouraging a slower pace and adding a sense of mystery as they wind through garden beds in your Vero Beach or Sebastian yard. The choice depends on your home's style and the desired mood.


Choosing Materials and Patterns

The material and pattern contribute significantly to the path's character. Classic brick pavers laid in a herringbone or basketweave pattern offer timeless appeal. Large-format concrete pavers or natural flagstones set with wider gaps create a more modern or rustic look. Consider using the same or complementary pavers as your main patio to create a cohesive hardscaping design throughout your property in Port St. Lucie.


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The Importance of Width

The width of your walkway is a key functional consideration. A primary walkway, like the one leading to your front door, should be wide enough for two people to walk comfortably side-by-side (typically 4-5 feet). Secondary garden paths can be narrower (2-3 feet) to create a more intimate feel. A path that is too narrow for its purpose can feel cramped and impractical.


Edging and Planting

A well-defined edge is crucial for a clean, professional look and to prevent grass from creeping into the path. Use plastic, metal, or even a soldier course of pavers (pavers laid standing on end) as a border. Soften the edges of your paver path by planting low-growing, durable plants like mondo grass or liriope alongside it. This helps integrate the hardscaping into the surrounding garden beds in your Fort Pierce home.


Professional Path Installation

While a small garden path might seem like a DIY project, achieving a stable, long-lasting walkway requires proper base preparation to prevent sinking and shifting. Right Way provides professional paver installation for walkways and paths across the Treasure Coast, ensuring a beautiful and durable result. Contact us for a free estimate to enhance your landscape with expertly crafted paver paths.


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