| Brick can work in a variety of ways. It can be set vertically with or without grout as a mowing strip for a large space of grass. If you're planning on using the brick as an edging for landscaping too, don't forget to dig a slight trench for them (as in the previous example) to help the plants from spreading underground. Private Comment
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| The bricks were used horizontally here — not just as a mowing strip, but as a larger surface for landscaped steps. Any direction works, and installation is about the same — it just depends on how much coverage you want. Private Comment
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| Here, it's been installed on the diagonal as a decorative and functional type of edging. A small trench is dug, and the bricks are set in diagonally and covered halfway with soil to keep them in place. Private Comment
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| Cast concrete edging is often used for its durability and flexible shaping. Since it's a result of custom work, it can allow for virtually any shape of landscape and help outline winding paths and curves. Varying heights can be added to adjust for different types of plants, and its width can be increased to help create small walkways. Private Comment
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| A smooth and low-lying concrete curbing like this separates the lawn from the rest of the landscape and helps protect the other plants while you mow the lawn. I love the contrast here of the cast concrete with the two types of stone. Private Comment
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| Pavers and other pre-cast concrete edging are pre-made alternatives to cast concrete that can interlock and fit along borders in straight or curved sections. There are usually some substantial gaps in between each stone, so this isn't always the best option if you're interested in maintaining a strict line between different types of plant life. Private Comment
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