Des Moines Garden Bed Borders & Edging Services

Hey there, Des Moines homeowners! 🌼 Are you tired of your garden looking a bit disheveled? Nothing elevates a yard like the crisp, clean lines of well-crafted garden bed borders! Without proper edging, mulch can spill into your lawn, grass can invade your flower beds, and before you know it, everything looks a bit chaotic. That’s where we come in! We specialize in creating durable, stylish borders tailored to withstand the unique elements of Des Moines—be it heavy rains, tricky slopes, or those pesky tree roots.

What’s the Problem?

• Mulch spills into your lawn after rain showers
• Grass invades your garden beds—those rhizomes are relentless!
• Plastic edging that heaves and warps over time
• Edges wash out on slopes, and string trimmers leave unsightly damage

What We Build (Durable Materials That Last)

• Steel/Aluminum Edging — Our 3/16” steel or heavy-gauge aluminum edging is flexible yet sturdy, designed to stay put and maintain its shape.
• Paver Soldier Course — A classic look combining brick or concrete pavers for a mower-friendly finish that never goes out of style.
• Natural Stone Border — Robust basalt or fieldstone creates a weighty, natural edge that enhances your landscape’s beauty.
• Concrete Mow Strip — This cast-in-place 4–6” wide strip offers a clean line, perfect for aggressive grass areas.
• Timber Edging (ground-contact rated) — Adds warmth and character while ensuring proper drainage to prevent floating.
• Cut Bed Edge (no material) — This cost-effective option involves a deep spade cut for a defined shelf, requiring seasonal re-cutting.

We avoid 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!)

1. Layout — We kick things off by mapping out smooth curves and straight lines with paint and string.
2. Excavate & Base — Our team carefully removes sod and organic materials, laying down a crushed rock base compacted in layers as necessary.
3. Set & Pin — Edging is secured with stakes at tight intervals, and for pavers, we establish a screeded sand bed with proper edge restraint.
4. Drainage & Slopes — We ensure proper drainage with weep holes and jute/staples on steep banks to keep mulch in place.
5. Backfill & Finish — We set final grades, pulling back 2–3” of mulch from stems and siding for a polished look.
6. Protection — We install trimmer guards where the lawn meets soft bark to protect against any string damage.

Quick Specs We Aim For

• Reveal height: Approximately ½–1” above grade to keep mulch contained 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 for enhanced durability.
• 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.
• String-line tune — We’ll re-cut natural bed edges for that crisp, 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 — Perfect 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

1. Free Estimate — We’ll gather some photos or do a quick walkthrough, providing clear, upfront pricing.
2. Design & Material Selection — Choose from steel, stone, paver, timber, or concrete—whatever fits your style and site best.
3. Build Day — We’ll excavate, lay the base, set, pin, and finish—leaving no mess behind.
4. Follow-Up — You’ll receive care notes and a maintenance schedule tailored just for your property.

Why Des Moines Chooses Neat & Tidy

• A local crew that understands Des Moines’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!