Best Looking Lawn on the Block!

Would you like your lawn to look like this? Follow these DIY steps!

To get clean lawn edges, use a half-moon edger or flat spade to cut a crisp, deep V-trench along borders, ideally when the ground is damp; then, maintain the sharp line by periodically running an upside-down string trimmer along the edge and clearing debris, which creates a professional, defined look and prevents grass encroachment.

Initial Edging (Creating the Trench)

• Time it Right: Edge after rain or when the ground is damp for easier cutting.

• Mark the Line: Use string or paint for a guide, but aim for natural curves.

• Cut the Vertical Line: Use a half-moon edger, flat spade, or manual edger to cut straight down (4-6 inches deep) along your marked border, creating a sharp vertical cut.

• Create the V-Trench: Use the spade or edger at a 45-degree angle to cut back into the lawn, removing the grass and soil to form a clean, deep "V" shape that directs mulch into the bed.

• Clear Debris: Remove loose soil and grass clumps from the trench.

Maintenance (Keeping Edges Sharp)

• String Trimmer Technique: After mowing, hold your string trimmer upside down and walk backward along the edge, cutting the grass to create a sharp, clean line.

• Mow Close: Mow right up to the edge but be careful not to scalp the grass or cut too deeply into the soil.

• Use a Blower: Use a leaf blower to sweep clippings back into the lawn, not into the garden beds.

• Regular Touch-Ups: Do a quick trimmer pass every few mowings to maintain the edge without needing to dig.

Advanced Options

• Power Edgers: Faster but offer less precision than manual tools.

• Physical Edging: Install plastic, metal, or stone edging in the trench for a permanent, low-maintenance barrier.

If you are feeling overwhelmed just by reading these steps, option two is to just call Build Group (416.910.2815), offering full landscaping services!