Seasonal care tips for steel landscape edging
Once you have carefully designed your outdoor space, landscaped it to perfection and installed sleek steel edging to bring structure and style to your garden, it is easy to assume the hard work is done.
To keep your steel landscape edging looking its best and performing well year-round, a little seasonal maintenance goes a long way. Addressing the different challenges the seasons bring proactively can extend the life of your metal lawn edging and preserve your garden’s clean, polished look.
We will guide you through some simple yet effective care tips for spring and summer to help your steel edging stand the test of time.
Why choose steel landscape edging?
When it comes to defining clean lines and maintaining the shape of your landscape, metal edging stands out as a top choice. But why choose steel edging over aluminium?
- Steel is heavy duty and stronger: Steel edging is stronger than aluminium, making it superior for areas where there might be heavy garden machinery or vehicles, or high foot traffic.
- Steel is more versatile in colour choice: Depending on what steel edging range you choose, it can be supplied in untreated, galvanised and corten weathering steel or powder coated to a RAL colour of your choosing.
Steel edging is perfect for:
- Lawn edging
- Flower bed borders
- Pathway edging
- Tree ring edging
- Driveway borders
- Retaining wall edging
- Raised bed construction
- Courtyard or patio edging
- Commercial landscaping
- Public parks and recreation areas
The importance of seasonal maintenance for steel edging
Although steel edging is robust and durable, it is still important to carry out some seasonal maintenance to increase its longevity.
Regular maintenance helps prevent rust and corrosion which can weaken the metal and lead to damage. It is also important to address any damage or displacement early to prevent materials spilling out and to ensure your edging is carrying out its purpose.
Each season can bring different challenges, so it is important to carry out regular maintenance checks in each season.
Spring care tips: Refresh and revitalise your steel edging
As we are currently in spring, it is the perfect time to give your garden and landscape a fresh start. This includes maintaining the structural elements that keep everything looking tidy,
Steel edging is a durable and stylish choice for defining garden beds, pathways and lawns, but like any outdoor feature, it benefits from seasonal care to keep it performing its best.
Here are three simple but essential maintenance steps to help refresh and revitalise your steel edging this spring:
- Remove any debris: Over the winter months, leaves, mulch and general garden debris can build up along your edging. Use a stiff-bristled brush or garden blower to remove any accumulation. Cleaning your steel edging not only enhances its appearance but also prevents moisture from becoming trapped, which can contribute to rusting or corrosion over time.
- Inspect for damage: Once your edging is clean, take a few minutes to closely inspect it for any signs of wear. Addressing small issues now can prevent larger problems later in the season. If your edging is painted or coated, you might consider touching up areas where the coating has worn.
- Redefine edges if required: Winter frost, shifting soil and heavy rain can sometimes cause steel edging to shift or sink slightly. Use an edging tool to redefine and neaten up the borders. This ensures clean lines and helps reinforce the separation between garden beds and lawn areas.
Summer maintenance: Keeping steel lawn edging neat and tidy
Summer will soon be on its way and your garden will be bursting with life. While it will be a beautiful sight, it also means your steel edging needs a little attention to stay sharp and functional. Summer is the time to focus on keeping things looking neat, clean and well-maintained as outdoor spaces are used more often.
Here are some essential summer maintenance tips to help your steel edging look its best all season long:
- Trim grass and plants: As grass and plants grow quickly in the summer heat, they can start to spill over your edging and blur the defined lines you worked hard to create. Use garden shears or a string trimmer to keep lawn edges clean and neatly trimmed. This enhances the crisp appearance of your landscape and ensures your edging remains visible and effective.
- Water deeply: While watering may not seem directly related to steel edging, keeping your garden healthy prevents shifting or erosion around the edging line. Deep, infrequent watering encourages strong root systems, stabilising the soil and reducing the chance of movement that can displace your steel borders.
- Apply mulch: Mulching garden beds helps retain moisture, suppress weeds and provide a clean finish to your landscape. Applying a fresh layer of mulch around the inside of your steel edging also prevents soil from spilling onto paths or lawns. This helps maintain a tidy look and reduces cleanup work after watering or rainfall.
- Clean edging surfaces: Summer dust, grass clippings and sprinkler overspray can make steel edging look dull or dirty. Wipe down the edging to keep it looking sleek. For coated or painted steel, a gentle scrub with mild soapy water can help restore its look without damaging the surface.
Start your steel edging maintenance routine today
With a few minutes each season, you can protect your investment and preserve the clean, modern look that steel edging brings to your landscape.
Regular maintenance means fewer repairs, an even longer lifespan and a garden that always looks its best.
Metal garden edging solutions from Kinley
At Kinley, we design and manufacture high-quality steel edging that combines strength, style and long-term performance. Whether you are a professional landscaper or a passionate home gardener, our range of edging products offers the perfect solution for any outdoor project.
Explore our full range and start your edging maintenance journey with confidence today.
