How to Make Edge Between Lawn & Flower Beds
Making neat edges between a flower garden and a lawn is an important part of landscaping. It helps keep grass out of the flower beds, and flowers out of the lawn. One of the easiest and least-expensive edging methods is the cut edge. The cut edge will work well in almost any climate. It will also look good in any style of garden -- formal, informal or rustic. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Make the cutting lines for your edge. Lay a garden hose or rope on the ground to mark curved edges. Mark straight edges by pounding two stakes into the ground, then tying string between them.
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Cut along your line with a half-moon edging tool or a straight-edged spade. Cut a few inches at a time. Make the cuts straight down, about 4 to 6 inches deep.
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Cut another line several inches away from the first, closer to the flower bed. Angle it toward the first line and connect it at the bottom. Make sure that the trench slopes away from the bed, and it's at least 3 inches deep. Remove the grass or sod between the two cuts.
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Keep the trench empty of mulch or other fillers, so the grass can't spread easily. The empty trench also helps keep roots exposed and discourages weeds.
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Trim the edge with a weed trimmer during the growing season. Remove any soil or debris that ends up in the trench due to rain or settling. Re-edge every year if necessary.
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Tips & Warnings
For larger jobs, use a gas-powered edger.
If the trench is too deep, your lawn mower may get stuck.
