Why Garden and Lawn Edging Is Important (Especially in Niagara)
- Melody Badali
- Oct 15
- 2 min read
If you’re a homeowner in the Niagara Region, you’ve likely invested time and money into your garden beds, lawns, and landscaping. But even with regular weeding, mulching, and planting, your property might still lack that crisp, polished look. That’s where edging comes in — and it’s more important than many people think.
Edging, even done bi-monthly, can be one of the most impactful, low-cost improvements you can make to your outdoor space. Here's why.
It Instantly Boosts Curb Appeal
A sharp edge between your lawn and garden beds creates clean lines that make your landscaping look tidy, intentional, and well-maintained. Whether you’re using natural trench edging or a defined physical barrier, the result is a yard that looks professionally cared for - no matter the property size. In fact, real estate agents often recommend edging before listing a home.
It Prevents Grass from Creeping Into Garden Beds
Without a proper edge, grass and weeds can invade your garden beds, choking out flowers, shrubs, and perennials. This leads to more weeding, higher maintenance, and unhealthy plants.
Regular edging creates a physical and visual barrier, helping to:
Reduce invasive grass and weed spread
Protect your mulch or ground cover
Keep your planting areas defined and clean
It Supports Long-Term Garden Health
Edging isn’t just about looks. A properly edged lawn allows for better water retention, easier mowing and trimming, and less soil erosion, especially on slopes. In Niagara’s varied seasons — from hot, dry summers to wet falls — maintaining clean edges helps your beds function more efficiently and drain properly.
It Can Be Done Bi-Monthly (If Done Right)
One of the best things about edging? If done well in early spring or fall, it can last the whole year — especially with proper maintenance.
At Ron’s Lawns, our team of experts cut a deep, clean line that can last through the freeze/thaw cycles common in the Niagara region.
It Prepares Your Garden for Winter (or Spring)
Fall edging is particularly helpful before winter hits. It:
Keeps mulch in place through snow and wind
Helps prevent garden bed runoff in spring melt
Makes spring cleanups easier and faster
Spring edging, on the other hand, kicks off the season with structure and order, setting the tone for a tidy, healthy garden year.
Why Niagara Homeowners Should Prioritize Lawn Edging
With our unique climate, mix of clay and sandy soils, and often wet fall and spring seasons, Niagara gardens benefit greatly from consistent bed maintenance - and edging is a foundational part of that.
Plus, with more homeowners investing in curb appeal and native landscaping, a clean edge helps your property stand out and function better.
Need Help With Lawn or Garden Edging in Niagara?
At Ron’s Lawns, we offer seasonal garden edging and bed maintenance to homeowners throughout the Niagara Region — including St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Welland, and more. We don't mow lawns, but we do everything else to keep your property looking sharp. To view our seasonal lawncare packages and services, click here.