How to create an attractive flower box around a mailbox?

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Tammy on Jun 04, 2017

I would either use deck posts or brick. Either of these would make an attractive box and build up easily.

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Janet Pizaro on Jun 04, 2017

https://www.pinterest.com/explore/mailbox-landscaping/?lp=true

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Gma Kirk on Jun 04, 2017

Pavers laid out long sides together creates a wide barrier to allow easy mowing/edging up to the edge of your flower bed. Whatever you plant, be conscious not to plant tall stuff that attracts lots of bees. My mailman was not happy with my cocks comb which was quite tall and loved by bees. 😮

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