Bellevue Garden Bed Borders & Edging Services
Hey Bellevue! 🌿 If you want a yard that looks so good it could be on a postcard, you’ve come to the right place. Clean, crisp edges around your garden beds are the secret sauce to a polished landscape. Without proper borders, your mulch may spill into your lawn, grass will creep into your flower beds, and in no time, your yard could look less than pristine. That’s where we come in! We specialize in creating durable, eye-catching borders that can tackle Bellevue’s unique challenges—whether it’s dealing with our rainy weather, slopes, tree roots, or those tricky tight spots.
What’s the Problem?
- Mulch Overflow: After those heavy Bellevue rains, mulch can easily spill into your lawn.
- Grass Invaders: Grass has a sneaky way of creeping into garden beds—thank you, rhizomes!
- Wobbly Edging: Those flimsy plastic edges? They just don’t cut it and end up looking wavy.
- Erosion Issues: Edges can wash out on slopes or get damaged by string trimmers.
What We Build (Durable Materials That Last)
- Steel/Aluminum Edging: These flexible yet sturdy options—3/16” steel or heavy-gauge aluminum—stay put and won’t wobble.
- Paver Soldier Course: A classic, mower-friendly look with brick or concrete pavers set on a compacted base.
- Natural Stone Border: Using robust basalt or fieldstone, we create a stunning, natural edge that blends beautifully with your landscape.
- Concrete Mow Strip: A cast-in-place 4–6” wide strip for a clean line—ideal for aggressive grass areas.
- Timber Edging (ground-contact rated): Adds warm charm with concealed anchors, ensuring proper drainage to prevent floating.
- Cut Bed Edge (no material): A deep spade cut for a defined shelf; this is the most cost-effective option but requires seasonal re-cutting.
We steer clear of flimsy roll plastic edging—trust us, it just doesn’t hold up! If you want straight edges, we build them straight.
How We Build (No Shortcuts Here!)
- Layout: We kick things off by mapping out smooth curves and straight lines using paint and string.
- Excavate & Base: Next, we carefully remove sod and organics, then lay down a crushed rock base compacted in layers as needed.
- Set & Pin: Edging is secured with stakes through flanges at tight intervals. For pavers, we establish a screeded sand bed and proper edge restraint.
- Drainage & Slopes: We cut weep holes and use jute/staples on steep banks to ensure mulch stays put.
- Backfill & Finish: Final grades are set; we pull back 2–3” of mulch from stems and siding to keep everything looking tidy.
- Protection: Trimmer guards are installed where the lawn meets soft bark to fend off any string damage.
Quick Specs We Aim For
- Reveal height: Approximately ½–1” above grade (keeping mulch in while allowing mowers to clear).
- Base depth: 2–4” of crushed rock beneath paver/stone/concrete edges.
- Stake spacing (metal): 24” for straight runs; tighter (12–18”) on curves and slopes.
- Paver bed: Sand to ASTM C33; compacted sub-base; polymeric joint sand if exposed to traffic.
- Slope: Edges pitched slightly into beds to prevent fines from washing onto pathways.
Our Annual Maintenance Plan (Your Yard’s Best Friend)
- Edge integrity checks: We’ll re-pin any loose sections and tap back any drift to keep everything in line.
- String-line tune: We’ll re-cut natural bed edges for that sharp, shadow line.
- Mulch top-ups: Keeping a consistent 2–3” depth prevents weeds from getting sunlight.
- Weed control: We prioritize Integrated Pest Management (IPM) along borders, pulling weeds and applying pre-emergent as needed.
- Mower/trimmer height: We’ll provide notes to help prevent edge scalping and bark damage.
We’re your low-maintenance landscaping team. Our goal? Fewer problems between visits and less work for you!
Service Cadences (Choose What Works for You)
- Quarterly: A spring/fall reset plus two tune-ups throughout the year.
- Bi-Monthly: A great balance for high-growth lawns and sloped beds.
(For fresh installs on slopes? Start monthly for 60–90 days, then taper off.)
What Annual Maintenance Includes
- Re-cutting natural edges and cleaning curves
- Inspecting edge restraint and re-staking as necessary
- Polymeric re-sanding for paver borders to maintain tidy joint lines
- Mulch redistribution/top-up to ensure even depth
- Photo updates so you can see those sharp lines in action!
Why Annual Maintenance Matters
- Cleaner lines = instant curb appeal
- Less weeding — Well-maintained edges block grass creep effectively
- Fewer washouts — Well-tuned slopes keep mulch where it belongs
- Lower cost — Small edge touch-ups are far more economical than full re-builds!
How It Works
- Free Estimate: We’ll gather some photos or take a quick walkthrough, providing clear, upfront pricing.
- Design & Material Selection: Choose from steel, stone, paver, timber, or concrete—whatever fits your style and site best.
- Build Day: We’ll excavate, lay the base, set, pin, and finish—leaving no mess behind.
- Follow-Up: You’ll receive care notes and a maintenance schedule tailored just for your property.
Why Bellevue Chooses Neat & Tidy
- A local crew that understands Bellevue’s clay pockets, winter rains, and tight alleys.
- Licensed & insured; we maintain tidy, respectful job sites.
- Upfront pricing — all materials, labor, hauling, and disposal included.
- On-time, clean finishes—no wavy lines, no wandering mulch!
- A green-first approach—durable installs, smart drainage, and minimal landfill waste.
Ready for edges that actually stay put?
Call or text Neat & Tidy for garden bed borders and lawn edging that hold a line—through winter rains and summer mowing. We’re here to keep it tidy—so you can relax and enjoy your beautiful garden!
