STEPS | WALKWAYS | DRY
STACKED WALLS | MORTARED
STONEWORK | AND MORE
Stone Steps
I am partial to stone steps in a garden for
the possibilities their presence brings. A series of steps allows
for greater access and viewing garden beds from different levels.
Often steps are used to connect a series of terraced stone walls
thus integrating their features. Depending on the setting, steps
can be formal or casual, mortared or dry laid. I prefer large,
single slabs of stone for dry laid steps, attractive on their
own they have a very natural look when set in a series. In addition,
beautiful boulder stones are often placed at intervals alongside
the steps complimenting the horizontal surfaces while creating
dynamic planting areas.
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