Recycle fake wood decking as edging?
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Melissa on Jun 06, 2013I don't see anything wrong with fake wood decking as edging. I doubt it leeches anything into the soil. And it doesn't rot. If I had access, I'd make raised beds from it.Helpful Reply
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Heather (New House New Home) on Jun 07, 2013Sounds like a great solution - I doubt they will leech anything into the soil as they are safe for home use - ie: babies crawling on a deck.Helpful Reply
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Douglas Hunt on Jun 07, 2013My only caveat would be to not built up the mulch too much over those tree roots or you'll risk suffocating them. Don't go more than 2 to 4 inches.Helpful Reply
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TinaLouise on Jun 07, 2013I like that look, it's unique! Why not use it if you already have it on hand? I would.Helpful Reply
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Barbara Sawyer on Jun 07, 2013I don't see any problem using what you have on hand like the decking but I love the exposed root of the tree and the casual appearance. I would tried to go with nature and not try to border it in. You could try planting small areas between the roots with a shade loving and low growing ground cover, such as Irish moss.Helpful Reply
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Marilyn Highley on Jun 07, 2013Barbara, the exposed roots of the trees are a tripping hazard, make mowing of the inevitable weeds impossible, and the Oklahoma wind removes even more soil making the roots more exposed. So, planting shade-lovers and using a little natural mulch to stop the erosion is what I'm trying to accomplish. I just need to keep the mulch in place so it doesn't float down the street. Thanks for the suggestions, everyone. I'm going to "go for it". :-)Helpful Reply
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