How to do Lawn Edging

Lawn edging is a simple way to add curb appeal and value to your home. It is also an easy way to keep your landscaping or garden under control. Edging keeps mulch in place and provides a definite edge to the lawn. It also helps you avoid mowing over a garden or flower bed. While you can hire a landscaper to edge your lawn, it is fairly simple and satisfying to do it yourself.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Small shovel
• Soil or mulch

1. Choose the type of edging that you would like to install. You can use wood, brick, plastic or metal. Measure the perimeter of the area you want to edge and purchase enough edging to enclose the area.

2. Dig a trench around the area you are edging. Remove the sod and excess soil. Keep it a uniform depth in order for the edging to be even.

3. Roll out the plastic or metal edging and flatten out the curves that will naturally occur. Add stakes to every 5 feet of edging.

4. Drive the pointed end of the stakes into the "V" formed at the bottom of the edging. Hammer the bent section of the stake at a small angle until the stake lies along the bottom of the trench.

5. Place non-plastic types of edging directly in the trench. Place stones or wood pieces as close together as possible.

6. Add soil or mulch against the edging and pack it tightly to keep the edging in place. Water the area and allow the edging and soil to settle.

7. Fix areas that are uneven by adding more soil or mulch after a few days. The edging may sink over time, and will need to be replaced to keep an even appearance.

Tips & Warnings

• Wait until the soil is dry before beginning your project. Use the dirt from the trench to support the edging.

References

• Lowes Lawn Edging
• How to Install Lanscape Edging