{"id":228099,"date":"2022-01-14T05:44:06","date_gmt":"2022-01-14T13:44:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trendey.jahaweb.com\/?p=228099"},"modified":"2022-01-14T05:44:06","modified_gmt":"2022-01-14T13:44:06","slug":"lawn-edging-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/?p=228099","title":{"rendered":"8 Lawn Edging Ideas for Beautiful Landscaping"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Do you have grass growing around your single-family home? Then you aren\u2019t alone. You also aren\u2019t alone in your struggle to maintain it. Sure, most people focus on getting it to grow evenly while avoiding brown spots or dirt patches. However, there\u2019s another unspoken struggle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You need edging around your lawn to keep it contained. Most people resort to plastic garden edging, but this doesn\u2019t always have the best curb appeal<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These lawn edging ideas will help you contain your lawn while also improving the look of your property.<\/p>\n\n\n

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1. Brick Edging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brick edging is a classic look that will give your home a traditional feel. They have a deep red hue that will stand out among the neutral colors of nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If your home already has a brick facade, they will complement the house and create an intentional design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if your home doesn\u2019t already have a traditional design, then it\u2019s best to look for brick pavers. These are similar to bricks but have a more modern and contemporary feel. While traditional bricks come in one shape, rectangle, modern pavers come in various shapes and sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Concrete Edging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a reason concrete is one of the most widely used commercial construction materials. It\u2019s strong, durable, corrosion-resistant, affordable, and low maintenance<\/a>. This makes it a smart choice for your edging material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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While you could use cinder blocks<\/a>, this isn\u2019t the most attractive option. Instead, look for concrete edging that\u2019s poured and formed into shapes. It could be a simple decorative scallop design or one that mimics natural stone. Either way, you can enjoy the benefits of concrete slabs without having to accept your home\u2019s landscaping looking like a commercial site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Decorative Fence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While your landscape edging is there to serve a purpose, there is so much more to it. A beautiful option is terra cotta. It has a bold orange-red color and pairs perfectly with terracotta pots. This edging idea is perfect for creating an eclectic or bohemian feel to your home\u2019s exterior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The natural color of the terracotta adds a natural touch of color and can boost curb appeal. If the earthy red doesn\u2019t appeal to you, other decorative options include glass, wood shingles, stamped metal, or bamboo shoot sheeting. All of these add a stylistic appeal to your landscaping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Landscaping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When adding a landscape border, look beyond your lawn. Continue the border along your flowerbeds, garden bed, or vegetable garden. This creates a cohesive look to all of your garden edging and improves the overall look of your property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you add a border to your flower bed, you can then cover this area with mulch and not worry about it floating or blowing away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out garden edging ideas for options that are slightly raised. This will help create a border that prevents the spread of grass while also containing your garden ground cover. For example, paver stones and concrete can both be built up to create a raised garden bed effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Rocks and Pebbles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

River rocks are a natural stone edging solution that gives your landscaping a unique look. The smaller stones have a smooth texture and uniform color, making them perfect for creating a border. Their smaller size makes them ideal for filling your trench edging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s nice about this border is that they allow water to filter through. This helps with proper drainage and to keep your lawn adequately watered. The stones are also durable, making them low maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Depending on where you live, river rocks may not make sense. Crushed shells look good in a tropical climate or homes that are near the shore. Other options are lava rock, brick chips, marble chips, pea gravel, or crushed granite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Railway Sleepers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sleepers create a garden edge that\u2019s both functional and attractive. The hallmark of a sleeper is that it gets sunk down into the ground. This is a simple DIY project that you can do yourself over the course of a weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can construct your sleepers out of almost any material. Wood railroad ties are popular. They are wide, making a broad board for your lawn. Another perfect option is river rocks, pavers, and bricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The trick is digging a deep and wide enough trench. Then line the trench with landscaping fabric to prevent weeds from growing up through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Metal Edging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for a modern touch, then consider using metal. These are long metal strips that create a thin and crisp border. Steel edging is the most popular metal garden edging because it\u2019s strong and durable. It\u2019s also either painted or chemically treated to prevent corrosion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Metal edging is a smart option to use with other types of borders. For example, add a metal edge on the grass side, and then a border of sleepers or river rocks. This makes it easier to maintain the river rocks by creating a strong border for the grass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stone Edging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Give your landscaping a natural look by using stones. The type of natural stone you use will define how you want your home to look. For example, paving stones will give your lawn a finished and contemporary look. These uniform stones look more refined than plastic edging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For a vintage, farmhouse, or country feel, use natural stones. They lack uniformity in size and shape, making for a more visually interesting border. It\u2019s also smart to use stones naturally found in the local area. This prevents your home from looking out of place.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Do you have grass growing around your single-family home? Then you aren\u2019t alone. You also aren\u2019t alone in your struggle to maintain it. Sure, most people focus on getting it to grow evenly while avoiding brown spots or dirt patches. However, there\u2019s another unspoken struggle. You need edging around your lawn to keep it contained. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":220974,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11,7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-228099","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-landscaping-and-garden","category-outdoor-space"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/228099","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=228099"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/228099\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/220974"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=228099"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=228099"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=228099"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}