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Edging Garden Borders - The Best Plants to Grow in your Garden

Edging garden borders provide a clean, finished look to your garden, and using plants for this purpose introduces color, texture, and variety. Here are a few ideal plants for this purpose:

  • Geranium – Hardy geraniums or cranesbills are adaptable and resilient plants that form dense mats of foliage, perfect for border edging. They flower in various colors, enhancing the garden’s aesthetic appeal.
  • Boxwood (Buxus) – Known for their dense, evergreen foliage, boxwoods are ideal for structured edging. They can be shaped into precise formal hedges or left to grow more naturally.
  • Lavender – This plant offers both color and a lovely fragrance. Its purple flowers create a beautiful contrast, especially when planted alongside roses.
  • Coral Bells – With their striking, colorful foliage, Heucheras bring a year-round burst of color to the garden edges.
  • Hostas – These are perfect for shady gardens. Their large, dramatic foliage comes in shades of green, offering visual interest and a neat boundary.
  • Sedum – Sedum or stonecrop is a succulent that works well in various garden situations, including edging. It’s drought-tolerant and provides excellent ground cover.

Remember, the choice of plants will depend on the specific conditions of your garden, such as sun exposure, soil type, and climate. It’s always best to choose plants that will thrive in your garden’s conditions. This way, your edging plants will not only look good but also be a healthy and integral part of your garden ecosystem.

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