A well-placed line of edging can refine the look of your lawn and patio living space. It also makes it easier to keep your garden neat and organized. It’s easy to use and doesn’t require much maintenance after installation.
What is the best metal for garden edging?
Many landscapers choose to install a metal edging for their projects. This type of edging can be left unfinished for a more rustic feel or painted to match the rest of the landscape materials in your yard. It resists damage from mowers and weed eaters, first you will need to select the product, then they can quote you on a ring is durable and doesn’t become brittle during cold weather. This type of edging is also very affordable and fits into a variety of landscaping styles.
Using a marker, spray paint or string, mark out the desired line for your edging. Make sure the line is even and straight. Dig a narrow trench along the line. If your edging is intended to be set into grass, work from the corner closest to the house first (preformed corners are available at 90 degree right angles and 270 degree right angles). Place two or three lengths of the edging together and secure them with their locking pins.
Some edging systems come with stakes for securing the metal to the ground. If yours doesn’t, purchase some and install them every 3 to 4 feet or so. It’s important to install them with a mallet so you don’t dent the durable steel. If your edging is very long, it may be necessary to add stakes at the end of the project.