How to Lay Cobblestones

Cobblestones are large pebbles made of flint that can make a garden or yard look absolutely charming. Here's how to lay them.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Cobblestones
• Dry Concrete Mix
• Gravel
• Gravel
• Garden Hoses
• Garden Trowels
• Lawn Rollers
• Sand
• 2-by-4 Boards

1. Set down a layer of gravel and cover it with 2 inches of dry concrete mix. Level the area.

2. Press each stone into the dry concrete. For best results, put the stones very close together.

3. Use a 2-by-4 board to tamp the stones down so they're level.

4. Spray the area lightly with a hose ' don't soak it. The water will cause the concrete to harden and hold the cobblestones in place.

5. Alternatively, set the cobblestones in sand or soil. Flatten the soil or a 3-inch layer of sand with a garden roller. Use a hand trowel to dig an indentation for each stone; set the stones in the holes and tamp them down with a 2-by-4 board.

Tips & Warnings

• Use the sand or soil method in gardens, where plants can grow between the stones.
• Be sure that the stones are level to prevent someone from tripping on them.