Provide enough space between plants so they have room to spread. The plants should accent the pathway, not look messy and overgrown.

Provide enough space between plants so they have room to spread. The plants should accent the pathway, not look messy and overgrown.
Choose plants that bloom at different times for flowers all summer long.
Some spreaders, such as thyme, may need to be regularly cut back.
Regularly water plants in sunny sites. They dry quickly.
Continue to water until late fall. Mulch well once the ground freezes.