Creating compelling and intriguing landscaping is the process of striking a delicate balance between the manufactured and the natural. The best lawn care services can help your landscaping do just that. Between promoting the growth of lush natural plants and also creating clean, pleasant arrangements, your lawn will truly come to life. But part of striking that balance between the natural and the crafted includes edging your lawn. What is edging and why is it important?
What Is Edging
Have you ever walked past a lawn with clean, clear lines separating the sidewalk from the grass, or from the flower beds? This was done with an edger. Edging is the process of putting a vertical cut in the grass that creates a distinct line between two parts of your landscaping. This creates a neat and tidy look that is sure to catch the eye of passersby. But if not done carefully, a clean look can quickly take on the appearance of a hack job, making edging an important, but delicate part of any lawn service.
Why Edging Matters
Often, when our customers think of a nicely manicured lawn, they think of verdant grass, blooming flower beds, and trees gently swaying in the breeze. While an edged lawn might not be a part of this mental image, likely you notice when a lawn has been edged and when it hasn’t. Edging is an important part of the lawn care process.
It Lowers Your Trimming Time
Your lawn doesn’t need to be edged every time the lawn care specialists at Lawn By Twins stop by your home. Actually, it only needs to be done every few months. But during that period, you’ll notice that you spend significantly less time cleaning up the edges of your yard. You’ll bring the weed whacker out less, and you won’t have to try and clear out the little sprouts of grass or bushes that take root between your front flower beds and your sidewalk.
Creates A Barrier To Roots
Continuing that line of thought, edging creates a root barrier in your yard. When you edge around your flower beds, you’re keeping these plants in their own space, while also keeping other undesirable plants, like weeds and grasses, out. You’ll spend less time pulling weeds in your garden and more time enjoying its natural beauty.
It Increases The Visual Appeal Of Your Home
We’ve already talked about how landscaping can increase the value of your home, and proper edging is a major component of that perceived value. While your lawn might be mowed regularly, and you trim your flowers and bushes back, and there isn’t an errant leaf in sight, your lawn might not look completely cared for if it’s not edged. Potential buyers or even neighbors will immediately notice the crisp, clean lines of an edged lawn, and will be impressed by your attention to detail.
Looking for a lawn service in Orange County? Look no further than Lawn By Twins. With years of experience in lawn maintenance and landscape design and installation, we’re a Top Rated® Local Lawn Care Service for a reason. Contact us today to arrange for your regular lawn care services!