| Gardening Quick-Tip: Bed Borders |
From "Ask DIY"
episode ADI-711 |
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A well-edged flower-bed looks neater, and makes grass-cutting easier. You can edge your flower bed with rocks, stones or wood. But one of the simplest methods is to create a trench. - Use your garden hose as a guide. Lay it out to define the border and create a curve that you like. When you've settled on one, use a square-head spade to cut along the edge of the hose. Dig straight down, or at an angle up to 45 degrees.
- Remove the grass and excess soil you remove, and toss it aside. Work your way along the hose until the entire trench is dug.
- Smooth out the edges with a hoe. Also use your hoe to keep the trench clear of weeds later on.
RESOURCES :
Taylor's Master Guide to Landscaping
Model: 0618055908
Author: Rita Buchanan
Houghton Mifflin Co.
Boston, MA 02116
Phone: 617-351-5000
Email: tradecustomerservice@hmco.com
Landscaping: Planning, Planting, Building (Better Homes and Gardens Step-by-Step Series)
Model: 0696025582
Meredith Books Corp.
Website: www.meredith.com
Landscaping: Principles and Practices
Model: 082736735X
Author: Jack E. Ingels
Delmar Learning
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