Hardscaping 101: A How-to Guide to Edging Installation from Top-Rated Fort Worth Landscaper
I'm Cole from New Day Landscaping, and today I'm sharing professional insights on landscape edging installation – one of the most requested hardscaping services we provide here in Fort Worth. A big shoutout to Sue from Garden Moxie for creating an excellent video that perfectly demonstrates the process we use with our clients every day.
After serving over 100 local families throughout Fort Worth, Benbrook, and Crowley, I've learned that proper edging isn't just about aesthetics – it's about protecting your investment. Here in North Texas, we deal with some aggressive plant species and challenging clay soil conditions that make professional edging installation absolutely critical for long-term landscape success.
Why Fort Worth Properties Need Professional Edging
Living in the Fort Worth area, we face unique landscaping challenges that many other regions don't deal with. Our clay soil retains water but becomes rock-hard during our intense summer heat, making it difficult for DIY edging to stay properly positioned. I've seen countless homeowners attempt edging projects only to have them shift or fail after our first major storm.
Beyond the technical challenges, aggressive ground covers and invasive plants thrive in our Texas climate. Without proper barriers, plants like ajuga, St. Augustine grass runners, and various native ground covers will quickly overtake carefully planned garden beds. That's why we focus on comprehensive care – we don't just install edging, we help you maintain healthy, defined outdoor spaces year-round.
Choosing the Right Materials for Texas Weather
After installing hundreds of linear feet of edging throughout Overton Park, Tanglewood, and surrounding neighborhoods, I've found that material selection makes all the difference. Steel edging like the EverEdge product shown in the video offers excellent durability against our temperature swings and soil movement.
However, in my experience serving local families, we also consider factors like soil composition, drainage patterns, and the specific plants we're containing. Every property in Fort Worth has its own personality, and our detail-oriented approach means we match the edging solution to your unique conditions.
Professional Installation Makes the Difference
While the video shows a straightforward installation, what you don't see are the years of experience that go into reading soil conditions, predicting drainage patterns, and understanding how different materials will perform in our local climate. When we install edging for our clients, we're drawing on knowledge gained from working with over 100 local properties.
The New Day Landscaping Approach
Our process starts with understanding your long-term vision. We know the Texas climate inside and out, and we'll be your trusted voice in navigating the seasonal challenges specific to Fort Worth properties. During our consultation, we assess not just where you want edging, but what you're trying to accomplish and what challenges your property faces.
Here's what sets our edging installations apart:
Site Analysis: We evaluate soil conditions, drainage patterns, and existing plant behavior before recommending materials
Strategic Recommendations: Based on our 95% retention rate, we know what works long-term in our local climate
Professional Installation: Our 100% insured team brings the right tools and experience to ensure proper depth and stability
Ongoing Support: We maintain relationships with our clients and provide guidance for seasonal maintenance
Common Fort Worth Edging Challenges
Every week, we help property owners overcome edging problems that are specific to our area. Our clay soil expands and contracts significantly with moisture changes, which can shift or damage improperly installed edging. We also deal with aggressive root systems from native trees that can push through inadequate barriers.
During the installation process shown in the video, you'll notice the installer encounters a large root – this is extremely common in established Fort Worth neighborhoods. Our experience with irrigation system installations and repairs gives us insight into underground obstacles that typical landscapers might miss.
Integration with Complete Landscape Solutions
What makes New Day Landscaping different is our comprehensive approach to outdoor spaces. Edging installation isn't just about creating borders – it's part of a complete landscape strategy that includes proper drainage, plant selection, and maintenance planning.
When we install edging, we're thinking about how it integrates with your irrigation system, how it will affect mulch placement, and how it supports your overall landscape goals. This strategic mindset comes from our experience serving local families and understanding what Fort Worth properties need to thrive.
Maintenance and Long-Term Success
Professional installation is just the beginning. Our clients benefit from our detailed understanding of seasonal maintenance requirements. Fort Worth's intense summer heat and occasional freeze events require specific care approaches that we build into every edging installation.
We provide our clients with guidance on seasonal adjustments, proper mulch management around edging, and early identification of potential issues. This ongoing support is part of why we maintain such high customer satisfaction – we're invested in your long-term success.
Ready to Create the Defined Landscape You've Always Wanted?
Property lines shouldn't be the only borders that are clearly defined on your land. If you're tired of constantly battling overgrown garden beds, plants that won't stay where they belong, or landscape borders that shift and settle with every storm, professional edging installation can solve these problems for good.
At New Day Landscaping, we've helped over 100 local families create the clean, organized outdoor spaces they've been dreaming of. Our 25 five-star reviews reflect our commitment to quality work that stands up to everything Texas weather throws at it. We offer competitive prices and have a spirit of working together long-term, which means we're invested in your property's success for years to come.
Whether you're dealing with aggressive St. Augustine runners, invasive ground covers, or simply want that crisp, professional look that makes your neighbors take notice, we'd love to help you get there. We serve homeowners throughout Fort Worth, Benbrook, Crowley, and surrounding communities, and we're always happy to discuss what your specific property needs.
Ready to transform those messy garden borders into clean, defined landscape features? Call us today at (817) 760-0479 or visit www.newdaylandscaping.net to schedule your free consultation!
