RDrancher
Veteran Member
so have you figured out how to keep the green out it yet?
By "green" I'm assuming you mean grass, etc. Round-up, if it's an existing driveway. Of course, when installing a new driveway using non-woven geotextile works the best. Another thing that works is to excavate for the driveway so that the finish elevation is level is just above the surrounding soil, as opposed to laying the gravel over the top of the ground. That way the edges are just as thick as the rest of the drive and the gravel is more contained. Material selection is important too. Locally, we have a brown-colored road base that looks great, but the fines are pretty fertile, so grass loves to grow in it. I don't use it.
Here are a couple photos of a driveway I regraded so they could get a handle on the grass. Like most gravel driveways it's thin on the edges, so unless it's maintained, the grass will grow back in time. BTW - I didn't add any new material to the driveway.
Great thread, really enjoyed it. Looking forward to seeing more of your work!
Thank you! :thumbsup:
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