How to Install Wooden Landscape Edging for Clean Garden Beds

Overview

Wooden edging gives garden beds a finished look while blocking weed/grass encroachment. Use treated wood—untreated rots in wet garden environments.

Installation Steps

Step 1: Trench

Dig narrow trench along bed length, ½-1 inch shallower than board width.

Step 2: Position Boards

Set edging in trench as desired.

Step 3: Stake

Drive 1-foot stakes behind boards every 5 feet.

Step 4: Secure

Nail boards to stakes.

Step 5: Backfill

Refill trench. Properly installed edging sits ½-1 inch above ground.