Then, work the stones into the base more permanently. Use a rubber mallet to tamp them into place. Once the entire path has been laid, sweep sand or stone dust into the spaces between the stone. Spray the entire path thoroughly and gently with water. This will work to set the dust in place.
Many people enjoy the look that plant or grass growth brings to a stone walkway.
There are several options for encouraging growth in the joints of your stone path. See Beautifying your Stone Pathways, listed under tips and ideas in the Ideas and Info section of the Luck Stone web site for more details. Blomgren, Paige Gilchrist. Creative Ideas and Simple Techniques . Lark Books, 1999.