Edging defines the boundary between lawn, paths, and planting.
It saves time on trimming and gives structure.
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Types of edging
- ✿Metal edging — steel or aluminium, nearly invisible and long-lasting
- ✿Brick or stone setts — traditional and allow mowing over edges
- ✿Timber boards — affordable, but rot eventually
- ✿Plastic edging — cheap but can look flimsy
- ✿Cut edges — just a spade-cut trench
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Mowing strips
A row of bricks or paving set level with the lawn lets the mower run over the edge, reducing trimming.
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Installation tips
Mark curves with a hosepipe, set edging level, and bed it firmly in soil or mortar.
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Maintenance
Recut natural edges a few times a year and check edging stays straight after frost.
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Edging for paths
Gravel paths need firm edging to stop stones spreading onto lawns and beds. Metal or timber edging, set slightly higher than the gravel, keeps it in place. Brick and stone edging work well with paved and gravel paths alike. For curved paths, flexible steel edging creates smooth lines. A weed membrane under gravel reduces weeds.
This is general landscaping and garden information, not professional advice. Costs, regulations, and plant suitability vary by location. Call before you dig to locate buried utilities, and consult a licensed landscaper or engineer for retaining walls, drainage, and structural work.