Lawn Edging Is More Than Looks
Yes, lawn edging is more than looks; much more. In my backyard, I have 33 eight-foot sections of privacy fence. 24 years ago, when we moved in, I created flower beds in front of each section, which were four by eight feet. I soon learned that mulch alone wasn’t enough to separate the beds from the lawn. At the time I travelled the state for my job. So, I’d stop when I saw rock walls and gather stones (I hope that was legal). It took me more than a year to edge the more than 260 feet of beds with stones. I also found geodes and fossils in a creek bed on my mom’s property.
Why Lawn Edging Is Essential
Lawn edging is essential for both the aesthetics and functionality of your lawn. It creates a clean, manicured look, enhances curb appeal, and helps prevent grass from encroaching into other areas like flowerbeds and walkways. Edging also makes lawn maintenance easier by providing a clear boundary for mowing and trimming.
Here’s what Better Homes and Gardens had to say. “From a practical standpoint, landscape edging helps to keep turfgrass from creeping into surrounding garden areas. At the same time, it prevents soil or mulch in garden beds from spilling onto the lawn whenever you water, or it rains. Landscape edging also corrals pathways made of loose material, such as gravel or mulch; it maintains clearly defined walkways while keeping the path materials in place.” — Everything You Need to Know About Landscape Edging.
Aesthetic Benefits
It not only defines your landscape, separating one area from another, but it adds beauty to your yard.
- Clean, Manicured Appearance
Edging creates a crisp, defined line between the lawn and other areas, giving the lawn a neat, polished look.
- Increased Curb Appeal
A well-edged lawn can significantly enhance the overall appearance of your property, adding to its curb appeal. It can add value to your property.
- Visual Interest
Edging can create visual interest by defining different zones in your landscape and highlighting the shape of your lawn.
Practical Benefits
- Weed Prevention
Edging acts as a barrier, helping to prevent weeds and grass from spreading into flowerbeds, walkways, and other areas.
- Easy Lawn Maintenance
Edging provides a clean line for mowing, making cutting the grass easier and maintaining a neat, uniform look.
- Prevent Grass Encroachment
Edging prevents grass from spreading into sidewalks and driveways, which can cause cracking and other issues.
- Soil Retention
Edging can help prevent soil and mulch from spilling onto the lawn when watering or during rain, keeping your lawn tidy.
- Water Management
Edging can help channel water away from your house and landscape, preventing potential flooding and damage.
- Pest Protection
Edging can create a physical barrier that helps deter pests from entering your landscape beds, garden, and patio.
Types of Edging
You can use many materials to create lawn edging. Natural stone, like mine, has an outdoorsy look. In our front yard, we used paver stones, and along the side of our home, we used bricks. Plastic, concrete, and even wood all make excellent edges. Mulch can be used if piled at least two inches above the lawn. Mowing strips can be formed by laying pavers or bricks two to three wide.
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So, if we can answer any questions about edging or landscaping n general, please don’t hesitate to Contact Us.
About the Author
Randy Clark is a speaker, coach, and author. He publishes a weekly blog at Randy Clark Leadership.com. Randy is passionate about social media, leadership development, and flower gardening. He’s a beer geek, and on weekends he can be found fronting the Rock & Roll band Under the Radar. He’s the proud father of two educators; he has four amazing grandchildren and a wife who dedicates her time to helping others. Randy is the author of the Amazon bestseller The New Manager’s Workbook, a crash course in effective management.
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