yep. you don't want concrete, just cement sand and water.

I agree with Nathan. I also have the same problam with a side garden. Maybe you could do a few leaf impressions on the top of the mix to add texture and interest...

TheSixBarrelMudslinger

One more that agrees. But you might consider putting in a "mower strip". Just dig out about 2 to 3 inches deep of the turf as wide as you like next to the drive. Generally you want it at least 8" wide. You can then "dry fill" that with something like Quikrete or just a cement & sand mortar mix right out of the bag. Then, before you wet it, top it with pebbles or "Pea Gravel", then water it down thoroughly and stomp it in lightly with your foot. After the base mix sets, sweep off any excess pebbles that didn't stick. Done. This type of edging has the tremendous advantage of being a no-brainer to maintain. As long as it does not protrude above the turf level, you can just run the mower right over the edge and you are done. No weedwhacking required. Good luck, whatever route you go and please...do take some pix to share. --- Tango

I feel much more confident that my idea is not so whacko/coocoo. My husband is a "dyed in the wool" engineer and gets very anxious about most of my ideas. He always feel insecure (haaahaaaaa) when I don't present him with plans and specifications !! He thinks I should hire a professional. But he has relunctanly agreed that I might have a good idea. So I'm going ahead. What's the worst thing that happen? I'll take pictures.

Is everyone saying this will work because copperfish lives in Texas where I am assuming it rarely freezes?
Tango - Would it actually work in Indiana (freeze/thaw cycles all winter) to dig 2 or 3 inches deep and make a 20 ft long mowing strip?? Please say yes!!
Laura

Laura --- It will absolutely work, you just need a little of the right chemistry in the mix. Freeze/thaw damage can be thwarted by adding some air entraining admix and applying a good sealer. This particular admix does require the use of a powered concrete mixer in order to gain the benefits. Small homeowner sized units can be rented by the day.

You will likely have to find a concrete specialty supplier in order to get the air entrainment admix. It only takes a tiny amount, something like a quarter ounce per 94# bag. Take a look at the glossary on my site...thegardenartforum.com. It has a great deal of onfo on various special purpose admixtures and their benefits. All my best --- Tango

It just occurred to me...if you put concrete over Pebbles...what will Bam-Bam do?!

heeeeeeheeee Tango !! That's FUNNY !!