Sharp, clean edges that define and enhance your Howard County property. Professional power edging along walkways, driveways, borders. Included with mowing or standalone service. Since 1986.
Lawn edging transforms property appearance instantly
Call for FREE EstimateLawn edging creates clean definition between grass and hardscaping—walkways, driveways, patios, paved surfaces. This sharp line dramatically improves property appearance by providing visual crispness. Even perfectly mowed lawns look unfinished without proper edging, while mediocre lawns with excellent edges appear well-maintained. Edging is the detail work that makes or breaks professional lawn appearance.
Problems without edging:
Sharp edges create instant visual improvement that's immediately noticeable. Properties look manicured, maintained, valuable. Takes property from "someone mows this" to "professional care."
Visual separation between landscape elements. Makes properties appear more organized and intentionally designed. Human eye appreciates clear lines and borders.
Defined edges create clear borders for mowing. Achieve consistent results without scalping or leaving unmowed strips. Speeds mowing, improves quality.
Cuts back grass attempting to spread onto hardscaping. Maintains full width of walkways/driveways. Prevention easier than correction after years of neglect.
Prevents organic debris buildup that stains/deteriorates pavement edges. Reduces maintenance needs, extends attractive appearance. Less pressure washing needed.
Power edgers, not string trimmers: Commercial power edgers with spinning blades cut precise, straight edges. String trimmers create wavy, inconsistent results. Professional power edging is immediately distinguishable.
Complete coverage: Edge all walkways, driveways, paved surfaces throughout property. Front walkways, driveway edges both sides, patio/deck borders. Complete coverage = uniformly crisp borders everywhere.
Proper cutting depth: 1-2 inches deep—cuts through roots, creates visible definition without excessive depth that weakens pavement. Experience teaches proper depth for various conditions.
Debris management: Blow soil and grass back onto lawn rather than leaving on hardscaping. Critical final step—unblown edges leave messy appearance.
With weekly mowing: Edging included every single visit. Maintains consistently sharp edges throughout season. Weekly = grass never establishes significantly on pavement.
With bi-weekly mowing: Edging included each visit. Two weeks allows more encroachment than weekly but maintains reasonable definition. Good balance for budget.
Monthly standalone: For homeowners who mow themselves. Maintains reasonable definition without excessive cost. Between visits, edges gradually soften.
Seasonal: Spring and fall edging restores clean lines for active seasons without ongoing commitment. Not sufficient where consistent appearance matters.
Primarily aesthetic, creating visual improvement rather than affecting lawn health. However, the aesthetic improvement is substantial—properties with sharp edges look dramatically better. Edging is difference between lawn that looks mowed and lawn that looks professionally maintained. Essential component of professional appearance most Howard County homeowners desire.
Trimmers create wavy, irregular edges—string flexes and bounces creating inconsistent cutting line. Cut at angle rather than vertically. Throw debris everywhere. Power edgers create straight, clean lines immediately distinguishable from trimmer attempts. Professional services universally use power edgers for quality difference.
Lawn edging creates borders between grass and hardscaping. Garden bed edging creates borders between grass and planted beds using permanent materials. Lawn edging = maintenance task repeated regularly. Garden bed edging = installation project creating permanent borders. Different landscape elements, different techniques.
Proper edging shouldn't damage quality hardscaping. Power edgers cut grass/shallow soil without significantly impacting pavement when used correctly. Deteriorated pavement with crumbling edges can experience minor additional breakdown. Well-maintained concrete/asphalt/brick handles regular edging without problems. 39 years serving Howard County, rarely encountered damage from proper edging.
Stop settling for fuzzy, undefined lawn borders. Professional edging from Greenlawn Inc creates crisp, clean lines that transform ordinary properties into showcase landscapes. Our 39 years serving Howard County means we understand exactly how to edge various pavement types, grass species, property configurations for optimal results.
Crisp, clean borders that make lawns truly professional
Call to Add EdgingFamily Owned · Power Edgers · Since 1986
Greenlawn Inc has served Howard County since 1986 with professional lawn edging using commercial power edgers to create sharp, consistent borders.