Fill Voids with Topsoil and Plant Grass
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What happens here
As explained by the speaker in the video and visualized in the final 'vision' shot, once the Eco-blocks are securely installed, the large voids within each block are filled with a suitable topsoil mixture. This soil should be a blend specifically formulated for grass growth and drainage. Use a shovel or scoop to place the soil into the voids, then gently spread and work it into all the crevices with a push broom. After filling, grass seed is sown directly into the topsoil within the voids, or small pieces of sod (sod plugs) are carefully placed. After planting, thoroughly water the entire driveway to settle the soil and initiate grass growth. The video's "vision" shot effectively demonstrates the desired final outcome: lush green grass growing uniformly through the pattern of the Eco-blocks, creating a unique and highly functional grassy driveway that can withstand vehicle traffic while maintaining a natural, appealing aesthetic and excellent drainage capabilities.
Goal: Integrate grass into the Eco-blocks for a green, permeable driveway.
Tools and materials
- Grass seed or sod plugs — Planting within the Eco-block voids to create the green surface
- Push broom — Spreading and working the topsoil into all parts of the voids
- Shovel or scoop — Placing topsoil into the Eco-block voids
- Topsoil mixture — Filling the voids in the Eco-blocks to support grass growth
- Watering can or hose with sprayer — Watering the newly planted grass