Garden borders, artfully filled with colorful flowers and foliage, are back in style. But unlike traditional British perennial borders, which are labor-intensive and mainly reach their peak in spring, today’s borders are filled with plants that are designed to perform better and require more Low maintenance and provides year round interest. Ideally, they combine tough flowering perennials with hardy shrubs, bulbs, grasses and other foliage plants for a new look each season.
There are many reasons to add borders to existing lawns and gardens: adding a curved border to an otherwise straight-edged bed can make your entire landscape feel more inviting; adding a simple border around a water feature can soften the lines; Adding a border and fragrant shrubs filled with pollinator favorites can add hours of enjoyment, and the list goes on.
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AM Leonard Deluxe Clay Knife and Holster Combo
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Multi-tasking dual blades: Deep serrated edge and tapered slicing edge, ideal for tough or delicate cuts. The durable 6-inch stainless steel blade can withstand 300 pounds of pressure. Twine Cutting Notches, Depth Gauge Marks and Spear Tip – No need to change tools when using this garden knife. Leather Sheath: Heavy-duty, protective, clip-on sheath keeps your knives convenient and safe. Lifetime warranty.
