Garden edging ideas

Garden edging is a great way to add definition and style to any garden. Looking to spruce up your garden with some jealousy-inducing garden-edging ideas? You’ve come to the right place.

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The addition of garden edging can turn a messy garden into something off Gardeners' World. But, with so many garden edging ideas available, it's worth taking some time to think it over first.

There are lots of different materials you can use for garden edging, but some of the most popular include:

Brick, concrete, or stone for crisp lines
Shells or recycled bottles for a unique finish
Mulch or bamboo for a natural look

Carry on reading as we weed out the good from the bad garden edging ideas with our favourites below.

Inexpensive garden edging ideas

Even small budgets or small gardens can achieve some definition or pizzazz with these inexpensive garden edging ideas.

Brick it - bricks are an inexpensive garden edging material commonly used in landscaping because it leaves a crisp line
Get more out of your bricks by arranging them in a curve or two rows of edging
Other hard materials like boulders, stones and rocks are budget-friendly garden edging options that are visually impressive
Make raised garden beds out of lumber or recycled pallets for a cheap and hassle-free landscaping option

Creative garden edging ideas

An easy way to let your green thumbs run wild is with creative garden edging such as:

Bamboo adds a gorgeous natural finish - it comes curved or straight, in various colours and heights, and can be pre-made or easily made at home
Rocks might not sound creative, but granite, shale, sandstone or limestone painted in bold colours or a gradual gradient can look visually stunning
Combining different hard materials, like alternating various shapes of paving blocks, creates a modern statement piece
Go against the curve with a sculptural design

Timber garden edging ideas

Timber is very versatile and adds warmth to any garden with its natural finish. If the picture-perfect country garden is what you’re after, you may want to consider these timber garden edging ideas.

Mulch in the form of wood chips is rustic looking and retains moisture for nearby plants – it also as a guard against invading weeds
Create a flower garden edge from wooden logs for a sweet, country look
Railway sleepers create an industrial, modern look
Give character to your garden with a mini wooden fence that separates sections and looks pretty adorned with flowers

For best results, we highly recommend contacting a professional landscaper. They are full of helpful gardening advice and tips to help you plan and execute your garden edging.

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Lawn edging ideas to keep grass out

Unwanted grass can be as powerful as weeds. But, appropriately done, lawn edging can stop unwanted grass from creeping into your flowerbeds.

Some of the most effective lawn edging ideas to keep grass out include:

Plants, flowers and even bushes create a natural, charming look
Position bricks close together to stop turf from getting through the cracks, and set your bricks in a layer of sand for an even finish
Metal edging is a tidy and modern alternative that is also weather resistant
Rubber edging is cheaper than brick but more flexible and malleable - you can shape or style it to suit whatever look you fancy

Stone garden edging ideas

There’s a reason stone garden edging ideas are so popular – there are so many styles and prices to match any budget, such as:

Putting a path in between the garden and yard/drive to create a distinct separation between sections
Creating a classic country look with the use of flagstone edging
Using scalloped stones that are perfect for smaller areas, like trees or plants
Swapping out the natural stone for faux stone
Combining concrete and stone for a more polished, durable look

Artificial lawn edging ideas

Lawn edging around artificial grass doesn’t just look pretty; it will stop the fake grass from moving around when people sit, walk or play on it.

Adding a hard edge to your artificial lawn is essential as fake grass is normally made of sand-like soft material. A hard edge helps to keep the sub-base firm and stop it from subsiding.

Because this garden edging idea is going around fake grass, there are hardly any restrictions. Use any material you like.

Lawn garden edging ideas to keep grass out

What are some other materials that can be used for garden edging?

Edging is a versatile renovation project for any garden, so get creative and choose from various materials. Some other top options are;

Benches
Concrete
Cobblestones
Edging hoops
Gravel
Pebbles

What now?

Edging is one of the cost-effective and fuss-free methods to transform your garden into one of those Pinterest garden edging ideas pictures you’ve been obsessing over. So, we hope you’re inspired to revamp your garden with our favourite garden edging ideas.

Although some homeowners prefer installing some beginner-friendly edging ideas themselves, it might create the results you expected.

For best results, we recommend hiring a professional landscaper.