Hard sufaces makes it easier to get around flower beds and adds attraction also. The varieties can be gravel pathways, pavers, slabs, decking pathways, which concrete blocks are the foundation and setting the boards over them. This creates a nice boardwalk. Boards that are pressure treated will have longer outdoor life. The boards are screwed down with a gap between each one. Random paving is best to lay on stone or sand, filling in the gaps with bedding mortal. 
