There are many options available when choosing Landscape Edging. Some are made of metal, while others are made from wood or plastic.

DIY options
There are several DIY options for landscape edging, from using bricks to stacking stone. For straight, long edges, birch branches are the way to go. They can be cut to accommodate corners and bends, and their white bark contrasts well with greenery. Wooden posts can be used for edging, as well. For extra decorative effect, consider using sea glass or crystals. Wooden posts can also be stacked to form landscape edging.

Bricks are another inexpensive option for landscape edging. While they don't always look the most beautiful, they're an easy and practical option. You can even customize bricks by carving them or incorporating colorful stones or sea glass between standard bricks. Bricks can also be stacked up against one another to create a border that matches your design. Bricks that are stacked can be used to line a water feature or a rock garden.

Metal edging
Installing metal landscape edging is not difficult. The price of metal edging is slightly higher than bender board, but the material is more durable. Unlike plastic, metal edging is available in several types, including galvanized steel, aluminum, and corten steel. When purchasing metal landscape edging, you should choose a material that can last for several years. Metal edging is available at home improvement stores, landscaping suppliers, and online.

Wood edging
A common way to create attractive landscape edging is to use wooden posts. Unlike flat wooden planks, wooden posts have an added benefit of being durable and can be stained. If you want to make your wood edging more decorative, you can apply a charred finish to the wooden posts before installing them. To make your landscape edging more attractive, you can use two or more planks in alternate sizes.

To lay out the edging, first lay a layer of landscape timbers 2 inches deeper than the area to be fenced off. Once the edging is laid out, check the bottom of the trench to make sure the timbers are level. Once you are satisfied with the depth, drill holes every three or four feet along the top of the edging, about an inch below the top surface of the edging.

Plastic edging
Some plastic landscape edging is made from recycled plastic and rubber bi-products. But, many of these edgings are unsightly, and many manufacturers use cheap additives that make them more attractive while reducing the cost of the plastic. To combat this problem, some companies use chemical foaming agents to impart a hollow or cellular structure to the plastic. When heated, these foaming agents form bubbles and reduce the amount of plastic required, thus lowering the overall cost and weight. Those substances are called CFAs, and are generally found in lawn edging.

In addition to being affordable, plastic landscape edging also offers some long-term benefits. Among the many benefits of plastic edging is that it is usually easy to install and can be found in a variety of colors. Some types of plastic are stronger than others, while others are easier to work with. Additionally, plastic edging varies in its attractiveness, depending on the type of plastic it is made of. Generally, though, a plastic landscape edging is cheap and easy to install.

Concrete edging
Rather than using metal or plastic landscape edging, you can opt for concrete. This material is made from different elements of concrete, depending on the climate. Over the last decade, concrete landscape edging has become increasingly popular among homeowners. You can choose from different styling and colors, and suppliers can provide you with a wide range of options.

The concrete material used to create continuous borders is durable, flexible and affordable. It also outlasts metal, wood, and plastic. It keeps out grass and mulch. You can use it to surround existing beds, patios, and gardens. You can get a high-quality installation at a professional landscape edging company. The process of installation requires a small sod cutter. The contractor will mix the concrete on the jobsite, so it is easy to maintain.