Garden border idea: 50 proposals for your exterior

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Check out this publication to familiarize yourself with the types of outdoor borders and explore our selection of more than 50 images on garden border idea !

The garden borders fulfill various functions. The choice of an accessory of this kind should depend on the way you intend to use it: to delimit a space decorated with flowers or a corner of your garden, to mark a line of separation between your lawn and a terrace, to surround a pool of water, a driveway …

Find a garden border idea based on its outdoor space

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On the other hand, we also install external edges to prevent weeds and to facilitate the maintenance of lawns and plants. The ideal model of such an element should fit easily in the decoration of your garden, be at once simple to implement and durable. Below you will find some practical information on border models in the current market.

Stone garden edge idea

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The first group we are going to look at is the borders made of natural materials. It is composed by the plants themselves, the stones, the wood and the straw which can be used as instruments of delimitation of different zones inside your garden. The main advantage of these models is, of course, the fact that they are natural and they fit perfectly in all the outdoor decorations.

Idea edge natural garden in wood

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Plants, flowers, grasses and small bushes can very well separate two parts of your garden without much care. As for stones and pebbles, it is a type of border very widespread. It is used not only for lawns but also for ponds and zen-style gravel gardens.

Garden plants and stone borders

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The wooden borders are among the oldest and most loved by gardeners. Natural and easy to install, they adapt to any decor, at the same time as they have the capacity to enrich the soil. The only downside of wood edges is that it is more exposed to mold and attacks from different insects than other materials.

Garden border idea for areas with original shapes

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Second, there are borders made of artificial materials, such as metal, plastic, bricks and concrete. These accessories come in many variants. They bring different finishes to the outdoor space, blending or contrasting with the garden decoration.

Idea garden edge plastic

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Metal borders are popular with many homeowners because they adopt a variety of shapes and are extremely durable.

Idea garden edge plastic

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Those made of plastic are economical; they are a good option for those with a small budget. Their major disadvantage: they do not stand up well to changes in temperature and can deteriorate if exposed to a severe climate.

Garden edge idea made of concrete slabs

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Brick and concrete borders are available in a wide variety of shapes and colors. We like them because they delimit the outdoor space and can be used for areas with original shapes.

Idea Border Wood Garden and Outdoor Design: Purdy Davis Home by Taalman Koch Architecture

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Here is some basic information about the most common garden borders on the market today. And if you still need a little help in selecting the best product for your outdoors, we have some tips to share with you. They are yours to discover in the following section!

Tips and idea garden border adapted to your outdoor space

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Easily select the garden border that best suits your needs, taking into account the design of your exterior. Do you want to create a modern or rustic atmosphere? Vintage or industrial? The deco style of your green space will give you clues about the materials to favor for your garden borders.

Photo of terrace with stone garden border

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To plan its borders of outside, it is also to take account of the plants delimited by them. Some plants do not like areas that lack sun; others prefer the shaded parts of the garden. Do not forget to consider these specificities of plants by planning your garden edges.

Outdoor landscaping with concrete garden borders

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Of course, the choice of materials and a garden border idea also depends on your budget. Natural stone and wrought iron will certainly contribute to the beauty of your garden. But these materials are also more expensive.

Small border with garden plants

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Today, we can find alternatives of this kind of materials that are made to copy their appearance. You will benefit from cheaper borders but just as aesthetic.

Decorative garden idea with wooden border

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Do you like natural deco? And do you want to build an outdoor space that respects the environment? If you’re ready to invest some time in DIY garden edging, why not use recycled materials? They are generally cheaper and, using them, you will contribute to the protection of the planet!

Garden edge idea with stone and pebbles

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In a similar way, avoid as far as possible the treated edges of chemical materials. Plants on the ground of your outside, these elements of the garden may have adverse effects on your fruits and vegetables. Not to mention that these effects may even affect your health!

Durable, easy to maintain, aesthetic garden borders … how to reconcile these features?

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All gardening enthusiasts know that to be fit, green spaces require maintenance. The same principle also applies to garden borders. A point not to neglect, especially if you do not have much time to spend outside.

Garden photo with border for outdoors

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Are you looking for a garden border idea that is durable and resistant? The choice of materials is not the only component to take into account. Because, as we know, the resistance of outdoor decoration products also depends on the climate of each region.

Install a metal garden surround yourself

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As for garden maintenance and outdoor borders, wood will require a little more effort than other materials. Concrete and bricks are known for their strength; however, they will take longer to set up.

Double garden borders for deco of small outdoor terrace

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The metal borders, meanwhile, are known for their long life. This is particularly the case for metals which have a protective layer against rust.

Outdoor landscaping with modern and resistant garden borders

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Now you can choose a variant for your outdoor area more easily, also using our selection of images:

Garden decoration and idea stone garden border

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Garden decoration with modern borders

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Make a garden border with recycled materials

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Garden stone edging idea with gravel

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How to make a stone garden border

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