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Because it's so flexible, plastic edging is the edging of
choice for curving beds and borders. It's the most
economical of the commercial edgings and the easiest to
work with, too. But if you're looking for sharp, crisp
corners, look elsewhere. Plastic edging can't handle it.
And be sure to anchor the edging securely with stakes to
keep it from popping out of the ground. |
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 With a
spade, dig a trench along the edges of the bed to a
uniform depth of 3 to 4 inches -- enough to let the edging
stand at least 1/2 inch above ground level. Dig straight
down to create a vertical "wall" that will support the
edging. |
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 Place the
edging in the trench and bend it to follow the contours of
the bed. Fill low spots with soil, packing it down firmly. |
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 Trim strips
of edging to length, if necessary, with tin snips. Or, cut
strips to size with pruning shears, scissors, or a utility
knife. To make joints less noticeable, place them away
from corners, sharp bends, and angles. |
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 To join
strips of edging, slide a coupler halfway into one of the
top channels. Pinch the first strip to hold the coupler in
place and fit it into the second strip. |
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 Anchor the
edging with stakes at 3- to 4-foot intervals. Drive each
stake at a slight angle through the lower outside edge. |
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 Backfill
behind the edging with soil, forcing the edging against
the wall of the trench. |
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 Pack down
the backfilled soil by tamping with your feet or watering
with a garden hose. Add soil to fill in low spots, then
rake the bed smooth. |
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