How to Build a Hoggin Path

Hoggin is a combination of gravel, sand and clay. It's used for many garden paths because it is simple to care for and water can drain easily preventing erosion. It is not recommended for vehicular traffic as it compacts easily and will not stand the weight of a car without being crushed. Follow these steps to learn how to build a hoggin path.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Mark the layout of your hoggin path with pegs and rope. Dig out 6 inches of soil using a shovel.
2. Use mortar if the edging of your hoggin path will be concrete or stone. Mix mortar at a ratio of three parts sand to one part water but add more sand, up to four parts, if the mortar is not a thick enough consistency. Place the mortar on the edge of the hoggin path then add the stones or pieces of concrete, making sure they are level.
3. Add the edging for the path if you didn't use stone or concrete. You can use timber, logs, wooden sleepers or anything that may appeal to you. Make sure to secure the edging with wooden pegs as needed.
4. Coat the bottom of the hoggin path with hard-core. The coat should be about 4 inches thick. Smooth it out using a garden roller.
5. Cover the hard-core with an inch of hoggin, then flatten it out again with the garden roller. This ensures that the hard-core won't show in the future.
6. Apply another layer of hoggin and rake it out until it is level. Flatten it out once again with the garden roller. Spray the new hoggin path down with the water hose to wash away any loose debris.

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