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Another option is to fill the bottom half with things like small logs, sticks, leaves and food peelings. Basically anything ...

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Celery is a good choice for this. Add water to a large water glass. Cut 2 inches off the base of a store-bought celery bunch. Stick toothpicks around the base and immerse the bottom of the bunch in ...

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Woodchip or bark are both good options too, as they look tidy and cope well with wet weather. Whatever you choose, the important thing is that paths are practical, easy to maintain, and safe underfoot ...