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The best lawns have multiple zones that serve distinct functions, such as a sitting area shaded by climbing vines, a vegetable garden, and a flower border. A lawn edging border is a great way to add a finishing touch to the garden’s design while emphasising the distinct areas. In addition to its aesthetic value, edging serves several utilitarian purposes, such as keeping mulch in place and preventing mowers from trampling your precious plants. Edging can range from basic high-end paving stones and anything in between, depending on the aesthetic and practical goals you have in mind. To assist you in selecting the most suitable outdoor edging for your garden, we shall discuss the various factors to consider.
Edge Designs for Gardens
The other hardscaping elements in the yard should be considered when deciding on an edging style. Garden edging can be a unifying element in the right context, but it can also be a disruptive change if it uses a different material than the rest of the garden.
The border, patio, or path can be unified using brick, stone, or pavers. A pergola or trellis can be connected to the garden by fencing. Low bushes can fill the spaces between plants for a delineated yet natural appearance. Lawn borders made of tile, glass, or metal can be utilised in conjunction with more conventional materials to create a unified look across the garden.
The Price of Garden Edging
The quantity and quality of the materials used will determine the final price. In contrast to the high cost of tiles or brick, repurposed stones may be completely free.
Your fantasy of employing a luxurious edging material only needs to be a dream if you remember to use it sparingly. The pricey landscape edging material should be used sparingly to accentuate garden focal points or in highly visible areas such as the front yard. Cheaper materials might serve aesthetic and functional purposes in other parts of the garden.
Don’t forget to include the installation cost when budgeting for outdoor edging. Depending on the material, the installation process and the associated cost might be relatively simple or difficult. Expert installation is required to create the intended effect with some materials, or specialised techniques must be used. Some can be complicated, but others are simple enough for a do-it-yourself.
Products for Edging a Garden or Yard
You can use your imagination to fashion a lawn edge border for your garden or yard out of found materials, such as twigs, branches, or even inverted wine bottles. Every material has its uses and benefits.
Brick
Brick is an excellent choice for a consistent appearance as it is beautiful and durable.
Plastic
Plastic edging can be found in a wide price range and is both inexpensive and straightforward to set up. The cheapest option looks just as good as the most expensive, so spend as much as you can.
Concrete
Concrete landscape edging can be purchased in prefabricated portions and then simply placed, or a basic shape can be made and a unique edge design.
Wood
Wood is inexpensive and simple to shape into square shapes and has a pleasant natural aesthetic. Typically, wood edging has a life expectancy of around 10 years.
Stone
Lawn border stone is one of the most adaptable edging options because it may be set precisely in mortar for a formal appearance or laid haphazardly for a more natural one.
Wattle
A low fence is edged with willow or dogwood saplings woven together using a specific technique. The mulch can be kept in place with the help of a wattle.
Conclusion
Untidy, uneven lawn edges can detract from the appearance of an otherwise beautiful and well-maintained landscape. The grass that hangs over the lawn edge’s trims down, and mowing it again each spring can give your lawn a more polished look.
