Garden Border Ideas to Refresh Your Outdoor Space
Updating your garden borders is one of the easiest ways to give your garden a fresh new look. With summer on the way, this is the perfect time to tidy up edges and add colour and structure.
In this post, we explore simple, stylish and practical border ideas that make a big impact with minimal effort.
Redefine Lawn and Path Edges
Over time, grass can creep into paths or flower beds, making your garden look messy. Clean lines instantly create a neat, finished feel.
Ideas for redefining edges:


Choose the Right Plants for Each Border
Borders are a great opportunity to introduce colour, texture and fragrance. Choosing plants that suit sun or shade will help them thrive.
Try these combinations:
Use Mulch or Gravel for a Tidy Finish
Once your plants are in, a layer of mulch or decorative gravel helps keep weeds down and moisture in. It also makes the whole border look more polished.
Benefits include:


Add Edging for Long-Term Impact
Permanent edging helps stop grass creeping into your beds and makes maintenance easier. Choose materials that match your garden style.
Popular options:
Mix Decorative Features with Planting
To add character, break up planting with decorative features. This brings balance and interest to longer or plain borders.
Try adding:

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