Description
After relocating the 9 flagstone pavers to the most level location, it was clear that three more pavers were needed to make this usable small patio. In this video, you can see the value of a patio that has 12 each 24x24 inch pavers separated by two inches or so equating to approximately 63 square feet. But then I could see the overall look and functionality of this newly graveled area, and it became clear that stone steps would make this more functional for our needs. The solution? Actual flagstone steps.
Total cost of this landscapting project: $805.82
Background:
The first step was to remove the sod past the circular garden that was bordered with large rocks, then level the sandy, dusty soil, lay weed block fabric over the soft, bare earth and check my leveling. Given the challenges of the soil being mostly glacial era sand deposits, it is difficult to work with for making a permanently flat surface. Adjustments and re-leveling will be necessary over time.
The lawn in our backyard is a mixture of several types of grass, including undesirable orchard grass and crabgrass. And the turf is a heavy mat that it is often difficult to penetrate even with a shovel. Continuing to fertilize and reseed some of the worst areas was no longer sustainable. And we are trying to reduce our yardwork burden as we get older in our retirement. While we still have the strength, we are on a mission to change some of the problem lawn and landscaping areas so that they are more attractive and easier for us to maintain.