The flower beds and the green lawn do not constitute the main features of a garden by any means; there is another which should be foremost in receiving our attention and labor, and that is the garden walk. One is not ready to realize this, unless a garden has been viewed in which there are good walks, made well, serviceable, and comfortable to the feet, which are artistic and turn in a manner that will not unnecessarily rob the garden of its greensward or of an additional flower bed. Too much walk will deprive a garden of its look of fullness and richness, and too little will add inconvenience and will ofttimes be the cause of a worn sward by the visits to the beds.

A good substantial garden walk and pathway that will prove impervious to bard rains and stand hard travel can be made by following out these instructions. Procure a load or two of medium yellow gravel, or the quantity that you think will suffice, and get it well screened or sifted. Sink your Walk at the sides by scraping, and elevate the middle with the large gravel that remains after sifting. This will allow for a good and clear gutter. Roll well with a hand roller and spread a layer of fine screenings. Sprinkle freely with a hose and roll continually. You can the next day perform the same operation of spreading a layer of fine gravel, sprinkling and rolling well. A nice curve should thus be given the path which will shed the rain thoroughly, will have a nice clean appearance, and will be durable.

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