Residential
Edging & Mulching
Sharp natural edges and a fresh 2" layer of premium mulch, the single fastest way to lift your property's curb appeal.
Professional edging & mulching for Columbus, Ohio properties.
Hand-cut bed edges and a measured 2-inch layer of triple-shredded hardwood mulch, installed in one visit. The edge stops turf from creeping into your beds; the mulch cuts summer watering by up to 70% and blocks the light weed seeds need to germinate. You pick the color: natural brown, black-dyed, or red-dyed.
- Hand-cut natural edges with professional bed edgers
- Premium hardwood mulch installed at a 2" depth
- Brown, black-dyed, and red-dyed mulch, color chosen by you
- Edge clippings cleaned up and hauled off site
- Hard surfaces blown clean and lawn restored before we leave
28+ years caring for Central Ohio properties.
What's included in your edging & mulch service
Edging and mulch are separate line items on your quote. This is the full scope when you book both in one visit.
Hand-cut natural edges
Sharp vertical edges hand-cut along every landscape bed, the line that creates depth and holds mulch where it belongs.
Clippings hauled off site
Edge clippings and loosened sod cleaned up and hauled off site, never raked into the lawn.
Premium hardwood mulch
Triple-shredded hardwood mulch from regional suppliers. Clean, consistent, long-lasting.
Color choice
Natural brown, black-dyed, or red-dyed. Pick the look that matches your home's palette.
Even 2" install depth
Fresh mulch installed at a measured 2" depth, enough to suppress germinating weeds and hold moisture without smothering roots.
Plant collar clearance
Mulch kept off trunks and stems to prevent rot, pest pressure, and 'mulch volcanoes.'
Hard-surface cleanup
Drives, walks, patios, and turf cleared of stray mulch and debris before we roll out.
Pre-emergent option
Add pre-emergent in beds to dramatically extend the weed-free window after mulching.
Why hand-cut natural edges beat plastic edging
We use professional-grade hand bed edgers to cut clean, defined vertical borders between your lawn and landscape beds, every spring. Hand-cut natural edges read as more refined than plastic or metal edging, define depth between turf and bed, and prevent grass from creeping into your gardens. We re-cut existing edges and can establish new bed lines when expanding or renovating beds. The result is a deliberate, architectural line you can see from the street.
Mulch depth: why we install at 2 inches
Mulch installed too thin (under 1.5") doesn't suppress weeds or retain moisture. Mulch installed too thick (over 4") smothers plant roots and creates a hydrophobic crust that sheds water. We install fresh mulch at a 2-inch depth, deep enough to block light from germinating weed seeds and slow evaporation, shallow enough to let oxygen and rain through to the roots. We measure as we install rather than guessing, which is the difference between mulch that performs and mulch that just looks pretty for a week.
What good mulch actually does for your landscape
Beyond aesthetics, mulch does critical work. It retains soil moisture (reducing watering needs by up to 70% in summer), insulates plant roots from Central Ohio's freeze-thaw swings, suppresses weeds by blocking sunlight from germinating seeds, and gradually enriches your soil with organic matter as it breaks down. It's one of the highest-return services in landscape maintenance, with measurable benefit for what you pay.
Avoiding 'mulch volcanoes' around trees and shrubs
Heaping mulch up against tree trunks and shrub stems, the so-called 'mulch volcano,' is one of the most common landscape mistakes, and it's actively damaging. It traps moisture against bark, invites rodents and insects, and encourages girdling roots. We always pull mulch back a few inches from trunks and stems, leaving a small clearance ring. A few inches of clearance is all it takes.
Color, supplier, and what's in the bag
We install triple-shredded hardwood mulch from regional Ohio suppliers, in natural brown, black-dyed, and red-dyed options. Triple-shredded means consistent texture that locks together rather than blowing around. Regional sourcing means we know what's in it (no construction debris, no chemical residue). For commercial and HOA properties we can specify pine fines, cedar, or premium dyes when curb appeal warrants the upgrade.
Mulch in April-May. Refresh in fall if needed.
Fresh mulch in April-May locks in soil moisture before summer heat sets in and suppresses spring weed germination. By June, beds without fresh mulch look tired and weed pressure is harder to fight. Get on the spring schedule before peak weeks fill.
Get on the schedule- April-May is the prime window, so book early to lock in date
- Pair with pre-emergent for months of weed-free beds
- Optional fall touch-up keeps beds clean through winter
Edging and mulch are priced separately: book either or both
Each service carries its own price on your quote. Most properties book both in one spring visit, but you can refresh mulch on last year's edge or re-cut edges without new mulch.
Bed edging
Hand-cut vertical edges along every landscape bed, with all edge clippings cleaned up and hauled off site.
Fresh mulch install
Premium hardwood mulch installed at a 2" depth in the color you choose: natural brown, black-dyed, or red-dyed.
Add pre-emergent
Applied under fresh mulch to extend the weed-free window by months, the best answer for beds with a weed history.
The edging & mulching engagement, step by step
A predictable, transparent process refined over 25+ years of Central Ohio property work. No surprises, no scope creep.
- 1Step 1 of 4
Bed assessment
We walk the beds, flag plants, note weeds, and measure square footage.
- 2Step 2 of 4
Edge & haul
Hand-cut edges restored along every bed line; clippings collected and hauled off site.
- 3Step 3 of 4
Mulch install
Premium mulch installed at a 2" depth in your color, with plant collars cleared.
- 4Step 4 of 4
Final cleanup
Drives, walks, and turf blown clean. Beds checked one more time before sign-off.
Pricing by mulch volume + bed area
Quoted by cubic yards of mulch needed and total linear feet of bed edge, as separate line items, so you can book either service alone or both together. Most residential properties run 4 to 10 yards depending on bed depth. We always confirm pricing before any product is delivered.
- Itemized line-by-line proposal
- Quote turnaround in 24 to 48 hours
- No hidden fees, no surprise upcharges
Discounts apply for properties already on mowing or fertilization programs.
Typical residential refresh starts around $450; full bed cleanout + mulch + edge installs typically $750 to $1,800
Every property is different. Quotes are tailored after a quick consultation. No obligation, no hard sell.
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Edging & Mulching, answered.
Real questions from real Central Ohio customers. If yours isn't here, you have three fast ways to reach us.
01How often should mulch be refreshed?
A full refresh every spring (April-May) and an optional touch-up in fall. Most properties need new mulch annually because the previous year's mulch has broken down into the soil, which is good. That's how it works.
02Do you remove old mulch first?
If existing mulch is thin (under 1.5") we top-dress to a finished 2" depth. If it's already piled too deep, we remove the excess before adding fresh. We won't bury your plants under 5" of mulch.
03Which mulch color should I choose?
Brown is the classic look. Black adds modern contrast and pairs well with light siding. Red is bold and reads well against red brick. We're happy to advise based on your home's color palette.
04Do you pull the weeds in my beds before mulching?
No. Weeds present in the beds at the time of install are not removed; that's stated plainly in our service agreement. Fresh mulch at 2" suppresses new germination but won't kill established weeds, so book a spring cleanup first, or pair beds with our plant bed weed control program (available with weekly mowing) for the cleanest result.
05Will mulch attract bugs or rodents?
Properly installed mulch at a 2" depth, kept off trunks and stems, doesn't attract pests. Mulch volcanoes do. We always clear plant collars to prevent rot and pest harborage.
06Do you do new bed creation or just refresh?
Both. We re-edge and refresh existing beds, and we can cut new bed lines for landscape renovations or expansions.
07Can you add pre-emergent under the mulch?
Yes. Adding pre-emergent under fresh mulch is the single most effective way to extend the weed-free window. We strongly recommend it for spring installs.
08Do you service my city?
We service Lewis Center, Dublin, Powell, Hilliard, Westerville, Delaware, Columbus, and most communities inside I-270. See our service areas page or call (614) 210-1194 to confirm.
Edging & Mulching across Central Ohio.
Headquartered in Lewis Center, our crews reach most Central Ohio properties in under 25 minutes. Routes are organized by city: your crew is on your block week after week, not chasing across the metro.
As our home base, Lewis Center is where Meyers Landscape Services got its start.
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