Garden Edging – Wood, Steel, Corten, Aluminium & Plastic

Garden Edging for Lawns, Borders, Paths and Flower Beds

Garden edging provides a physical and visual division between different areas of a garden. It can separate a lawn from a flower bed, define a vegetable garden, edge a pathway or create a clean transition between different landscaping materials.

Intergard supplies garden edging in wood, steel, Corten steel, aluminium, galvanised steel, stainless steel, plastic and concrete. Each material has different characteristics in terms of appearance, flexibility, installation and maintenance.

Why Use Garden Edging?

Garden edging helps create defined lines and clearly separated areas within a garden or landscaped space. It can serve both a decorative and a practical purpose.

Garden edging can be used to:

• separate a lawn from a flower bed or border;
• define a vegetable garden;
• edge a garden path or patio;
• create straight or curved landscaping lines;
• keep different surface materials separated;
• limit the surface spread of grass into planting areas;
• create different levels in suitable landscaping projects;
• provide a neater finish to outdoor spaces.

Standard garden edging should not automatically be regarded as a root barrier. Its effectiveness in limiting plant growth depends on factors including its height, installation depth and the type of vegetation.

Which Garden Edging Should I Choose?

The right garden edging depends on where it will be installed, the shape required and the appearance you want to achieve. Timber provides a natural appearance, while steel and aluminium can create slimmer, more contemporary lines.

Before choosing your edging, consider:

• the total length to be edged;
• the required visible height;
• the installation depth;
• whether the design contains straight lines or curves;
• the type of ground;
• the materials on either side of the edging;
• exposure to moisture;
• the desired appearance;
• the fixing or anchoring method.

Wooden Garden Edging

Wooden garden edging provides a natural-looking boundary for lawns, borders, flower beds and vegetable gardens. It can be used to visually separate planting from grass, paths and other areas of the garden.

The Intergard range includes pine and hardwood options. Exact dimensions, timber treatment and construction vary between products, so check the individual product specifications before ordering.

Log Roll Edging

Log roll edging consists of individual timber sections joined together to form a flexible length of garden edging. This makes it particularly useful for following curved flower beds, lawns and planting areas as well as relatively straight boundaries.

The relevant Intergard models are manufactured from impregnated pine, feature a protective membrane and are connected with steel wire. The timber can be shortened where required to adapt the edging to the layout of the garden.

Depending on the model, log roll edging is available in natural and black finishes. View our log roll edging for the available options.

Hardwood Garden Edging

Hardwood log roll edging provides an alternative to pine edging for creating natural boundaries within the garden. Its linked construction can be useful for following different shapes and layouts.

Outdoor performance depends on factors including the timber species, installation, ground contact and moisture conditions. A single fixed lifespan should therefore not be applied to all hardwood garden edging.

Corten Steel Garden Edging

Corten steel garden edging is known for the distinctive brown-orange patina that develops through surface oxidation. It is particularly suited to contemporary gardens, lawns, flower beds and landscaping schemes where a slim but clearly defined edge is required.

The appearance of Corten steel develops after exposure to outdoor conditions. During the formation of the patina, rust-coloured run-off can occur and may mark adjacent paving or other surfaces. This should be considered when choosing where to install it.

Steel Garden Edging

Steel garden edging can create a relatively slim division between different landscaped areas. Depending on its design and fixing system, it may be suitable for straight boundaries, curves or a combination of both.

The finish of the steel is important for outdoor applications. Check whether the particular product is untreated steel, galvanised steel, stainless steel, Corten steel or has another finish.

Galvanised Steel Garden Edging

Galvanised steel has a protective zinc coating that helps protect the underlying steel against corrosion. Galvanised edging can provide a clean, understated boundary around lawns, paths and planting areas.

Galvanising improves corrosion resistance but does not make steel completely rust-proof under all conditions. Damage, wear and environmental exposure can affect the protective coating over time.

Aluminium Garden Edging

Aluminium garden edging can provide a slim and discreet boundary between different landscaped surfaces. Its relatively low weight also makes the material easier to handle during installation.

The ability to create curves and the required fixing method depend on the profile and product design. Check the specifications of the individual edging before installation.

Stainless Steel Garden Edging

Stainless steel garden edging provides a contemporary metallic appearance for clearly defined landscaping lines. It can be used where a discreet separation between different surfaces is required.

Corrosion resistance depends partly on the grade of stainless steel and the surrounding environment. Stainless steel should therefore not be interpreted as meaning that surface changes or corrosion can never occur.

Plastic Garden Edging

Plastic garden edging provides a lightweight way to separate different parts of a garden. Depending on the product design, it can be used around lawns, flower beds, planting areas and paths.

Flexibility, UV resistance, height and fixing systems can vary between products. Check these characteristics for the individual model rather than assuming they apply to all plastic edging.

Concrete Garden Edging

Concrete provides a heavier and more rigid solution for edging certain landscaped and paved areas. It can be particularly useful where a more substantial boundary is required.

Concrete edging is generally different in application from flexible timber or metal landscape edging. For projects involving paving, paths and patios, also explore the Intergard paving range.

Lawn Edging

Lawn edging creates a defined boundary between grass and a flower bed, border, path or other surface. It can make the edge easier to maintain and help limit the surface spread of grass into the adjacent area.

Choose an appropriate height and installation depth for the ground conditions and vegetation. Low-level lawn edging does not necessarily provide the same function as a dedicated root barrier.

Edging for Flower Beds and Garden Borders

Garden edging can define the shape of a flower bed or planted border and separate it visually from the surrounding lawn or path. Flexible and log roll edging is particularly useful for curved designs, while metal profiles work well where cleaner, narrower lines are preferred.

Edging for Vegetable Gardens

Garden edging can be used to define growing areas and separate soil from surrounding paths. The material and height should be selected according to the intended construction.

If you are creating a raised bed, make sure the product is designed to retain the required quantity of soil and difference in ground level. Decorative edging is not automatically suitable as a retaining structure.

Garden Path Edging

Path edging separates a garden path from lawns, planting areas or other materials. This can help maintain a clearly defined transition between the different surfaces.

For gravel and other loose materials, the required height and rigidity depend on the construction of the path and the way it will be used.

How Much Garden Edging Do I Need?

Measure the total length of every boundary you want to edge and compare this with the usable length of the chosen product. For edging supplied in rolls, use the usable roll length. For individual sections, calculate the number of pieces required.

For a fully enclosed flower bed or lawn area, measure the complete perimeter. Allow for cuts, connections, corners and any additional material required by the shape of the garden.

How to Install Garden Edging

The installation method depends on the material and fixing system of the garden edging. Accurately preparing the route before installation makes it easier to achieve a consistent line and height.

1. Determine the route of the edging.
2. Measure the total length required.
3. Mark out straight lines and curves.
4. Prepare the ground to the required installation depth.
5. Position the edging progressively along the route.
6. Fix or anchor it according to the product instructions.
7. Check the alignment and finished height.
8. Backfill and compact the surrounding ground where required.

Concrete edging and applications subject to greater loads may require a different base preparation. Always follow the installation requirements for the particular product and application.

Straight or Curved Garden Edging?

The material and construction of the edging determine which shapes can be created. Log roll edging and certain flexible profiles are particularly suitable for curved boundaries, while rigid products are generally better suited to straight lines.

For tight curves, check the flexibility and minimum possible radius of the individual product before ordering.

Maintaining Garden Edging

The maintenance required depends mainly on the material. Timber can change in appearance through exposure to moisture and weather, while metals can develop a patina or other surface changes depending on their finish.

Periodically check the alignment, fixings and condition of the edging, particularly after landscaping work or movement of the surrounding ground.

Buy Garden Edging from Intergard

Intergard supplies garden edging for different landscaping styles and applications. Choose from wood, steel, Corten steel, aluminium, galvanised steel, stainless steel, plastic and concrete depending on the function and appearance required.

For wooden landscaping, view our log roll edging. For paths, patios and other hard landscaping projects, you can also explore our paving products.

Frequently Asked Questions About Garden Edging

What is garden edging used for?

Garden edging is used to separate and define different areas of a garden or landscaped space. It can divide a lawn from a flower bed, separate a vegetable garden from a path or create a boundary between different surface materials.

What is the best edging for a lawn?

The right lawn edging depends on the appearance, shape and height required. Timber provides a natural appearance, while steel, aluminium and plastic offer different options for slimmer or more discreet boundaries.

What edging should I use around flower beds?

Log roll and flexible edging work particularly well around curved flower beds, while metal edging is useful for clean, defined lines. The required height and material depend on the design of the bed.

What is log roll edging?

Log roll edging consists of individual timber sections connected together to form a flexible length of edging. It is commonly used around lawns, flower beds, borders and other planting areas.

Can log roll edging be curved?

Yes, its connected construction allows log roll edging to follow curved layouts. The amount of curvature possible depends on the dimensions and construction of the individual product.

What is the difference between pine and hardwood edging?

Pine and hardwood have different material characteristics and appearances. Their outdoor performance also depends on the timber species, treatment, installation, ground contact and environmental conditions.

What is Corten steel garden edging?

Corten garden edging is manufactured from weathering steel that develops a characteristic surface patina. This produces the familiar brown-orange appearance associated with Corten steel.

Can Corten steel edging stain paving?

Yes, rust-coloured run-off can occur while the patina is developing. This should be considered when Corten edging is installed next to paving slabs, tiles or other surfaces that could be marked.

Can galvanised garden edging rust?

Yes, although galvanising helps protect the underlying steel against corrosion. Environmental conditions, wear and damage to the zinc coating can affect its protection over time.

Does garden edging stop grass spreading?

Garden edging can help limit the surface spread of grass into adjacent areas. Its effectiveness depends on the installation depth, edging height and type of grass or other vegetation.

Does garden edging stop tree and plant roots?

Standard garden edging should not be treated as a universal root barrier. Root control depends on the depth and construction of the barrier and the plant species involved.

Can garden edging retain soil?

Some edging can retain small differences in level, but not every garden edging product is designed as a retaining structure. For raised beds or substantial quantities of soil, use a product suitable for that purpose.

How do I calculate how much garden edging I need?

Measure the complete length of the boundary you want to create. Compare this with the usable length per roll or section and allow for cuts, joints and corners where necessary.

How do you install garden edging?

Mark the required line, prepare the ground and install the edging at the required depth and height. The exact fixing or anchoring method depends on the material and product design.

What is the difference between garden edging and concrete kerbs?

Garden edging generally refers to lighter landscaping products used around lawns, borders and paths, while concrete kerbs are typically heavier and more rigid. The appropriate product depends on the application and loads involved.

Does garden edging need maintenance?

Maintenance requirements depend on the material. Periodically check the alignment, fixings, surface condition and any damage caused by ground movement or garden work.

Where can I buy wooden log roll edging?

Intergard supplies log roll edging for lawns, flower beds and other garden landscaping applications. Check the available sizes and finishes to select the appropriate model.