![]() ![]() An entrepreneur and writer based in Raleigh, NC, Nadya turns imaginative ideas into inspiration, fueling home and garden dreams. Nadya's the creative mind behind this blog, sharing her passion for landscaping, gardening and making spaces that nourish the soul. If you’re looking for more ideas on how to give your lawn a little pick me up, check out this article about lawn striping. Not only do they work well to edge your lawn, but some of them also flower, adding to your yard’s aesthetics. The key to nailing this idea is the type of shrub you plant because you will need something low growing that gives you a wide shape to work with easily.Īfter trying some of these ideas out, I’ve found that plants like ilex (holly) hedges, Spekboom and false heather are great options. But if you don’t mind putting in that extra hour or two every couple of weeks, this is a great option! They are a little higher maintenance than other garden edging ideas because you’ll have to trim and shape them regularly to keep their shape. Image credit: .uk, .uk, Įdging your lawn with some more greenery? Yes, please! Using box-shaped hedges to edge your lawn gives you a beautiful end result. Alternatively, you can use redwood or cedar because they don’t rot as easily. If this is an idea you’d like to try out, I think that it’s worth pressure-treating your wood to avoid any premature rot when it’s made contact with the ground. If you’re thinking, “But I still can’t use it to curve my walkway or garden edge”, you actually can! This can be done by using pliable bender boards. The materials needed for this are relatively cheap and it’s also very quick to install. If you’re looking for a cost-effective option that gives your garden a rustic look, using wood to edge your lawn could be the perfect choice for you. My first impression was that wood wouldn’t have much to offer in terms of aesthetics and it would limit your options because it isn’t exactly pliable.īut now that I’ve done a bit more research, all I can say is wow! I was honestly a bit skeptical about the idea of using wood to edge lawns when I first heard about it. Not eco-friendly because of the use of plastic ![]() May not be as visually appealing as other options These sections are generally made of heavy-duty plastic (so they’re quite durable but still flexible) and have a serrated-tooth design, which I can safely say makes it all the easier to install. All you need is a rubber mallet to simply tap the interlocking pieces into place. Can it get any better than this?Ĭurious about how to install these? Well, there’s no need for digging trenches, laying it in or backfilling. Lauded to create a well-defined landscape border in just a matter of minutes, these garden edging sections can form curves or angles, circle trees, or border gardens and flower beds. Say goodbye to conventional lawn edging! Pound-in edging, also known as the easiest and quickest lawn edging option, is taking the landscaping world by storm. Have a look at this article for similar sidewalk ideas! Pros The most important thing I want to note if you’re considering this option is that the ideal stepping stones should be flat and 18 inches across and 2 inches thick, according to Family Handyman, a leading DIY magazine and resource for home improvement projects. For example, one of my friends tried it and even though she isn’t the best DIYer, it took her just over a couple of days, which was surprising, to say the least. If you’re a DIYer who’s planned carefully, building your own stepping stone side path could take you as little as a day to complete. I think it also goes without saying that this is a preferred option if you’d rather not have your lawn trampled on. ![]() You can achieve this rustic look without breaking the bank (or your back, for that matter!)Ī stepping stone side path is great if you would like to add texture and visual interest. This is one of the most natural-looking options that is also very easy to lay. ![]()
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