The difference between sidewalks and walkways is as follows:
In the United States, "sidewalk" is a footpath -- usually paved in the form of concrete sidewalk -- at the side of a road for use by pedestrian foot traffic; whereas "walkway" is a more comprehensive term that includes stairs, ramps, passageways and related structures that facilitate the use of a path.
Concrete is weather-proof, so it can handle most any climate; and it's versatile and durable, so it can be creatively paved for a winding walkway or concrete bridge/concrete arch, for example, to enhance your property and to improve ease of access to muddy areas.
Remain cognizant of tree location, size and type; for the roots of large trees can damage sidewalks by causing slab uplift. Once the damage occurs, sidewalk repair will entail removing the problematic roots; but that can harm the health of the tree or make it less stable in high winds or other severe weather conditions. A good rule of thumb is thus to maintain a distance of two sidewalk widths between nearby trees and walkway edges. If you want to locate a tree closer to a concrete sidewalk, then plant a smaller species. A deep-rooted tree, like oak or maple, will cause less slab uplift than a shallow-rooted tree, like spruce or poplar.
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