Grass pavers are a novel solution for outdoor hardscapes like walkways and driveways. Concrete, glass, or recycled plastic blocks are interspersed with grass. Beautiful and greener than a solid slab of concrete or asphalt, this alternative is a great choice.

When you choose green pavers for your driveway or path, rainwater can naturally percolate into the ground. Erosion and the polluting of groundwater can be avoided in this way. In contrast to a concrete slab, green pavers require greater upkeep in the form of occasional mowing and the possible removal of weeds.

Making Preparations for Putting in Grass Pavers

Determining a location for the grass pavers is the first step in the installation process. Perhaps you have an existing outline to follow when replacing a driveway or walkway. If this is a brand-new lawn feature, be sure to demarcate it. You can use stakes and twine or spray paint for this. Use wooden chopsticks as tent stakes to show your eco-consciousness.

Plan Your Grass Paver Project
Prepare the soil for the pavers by removing any grass or other debris with a shovel or sod cutter.

Clear the ground

Now that the ground has been prepared, grass seed can be sown. Spread the grass seed by hand or with a spreader according to the planting instructions on the package. Quick-recovering grasses, such as perennial ryegrass or bent-grass, are good choices for a driveway because of their low maintenance requirements. Spray grass seed lightly with water twice or thrice a day until it’s an inch tall.

Install the Pavers
Now’s the time for the biggest impact. Start laying your pavers in place. Start at one end and work your way down the path or across the driveway. Remember, lifting and placing pavers is strenuous work. Take breaks as needed to avoid an emergency visit to the chiropractor on Monday morning.
If you need to cut some pavers to fit, use a power saw with a blade made to cut through stone. Be sure to take safety precautions, such as using a non-slip surface and wearing safety goggles to avoid debris

Spread Topsoil Over the Pavers
Prepare for greenery by spreading topsoil over your pavers. Use an outdoor broom or rake to work the soil into and in between the pavers, creating an even surface.

Plant Grass Seed
Now that the ground has been prepared, grass seed can be sown. Spread the grass seed by hand or with a spreader according to the planting instructions on the package. Quick-recovering grasses, such as perennial ryegrass or bent-grass, are good choices for a driveway because of their low maintenance requirements. The grass that thrives in your yard can likewise be used.

Spray grass seed lightly with water twice or thrice a day until it’s an inch tall. That’s when you can reduce your dosage to once daily.

You can also choose to buy sod and trim it to fit in the spaces between your pavers instead. A row of succulents along the border is another attractive choice.