Concrete Curbing Landscape Edging: Pros, Cons, and What You Need to Know
You're weighing your landscape edging options, and concrete curbing landscape edging keeps coming up. Is it the right choice for your property? At Krafty Kurbs, we believe informed decisions lead to satisfied customers. So, let's look at what concrete curbing really offers: the advantages, the limitations, and what you should consider for your specific situation.

The Advantages of Concrete Curbing Landscape Edging
Concrete curbing landscape edging has earned its popularity for good reasons. Homeowners across Southwest Wisconsin choose it because it delivers benefits that other edging materials simply can't match.
Durability That Lasts Decades
Unlike plastic edging, which becomes brittle and cracks within a few years, or metal edging, which rusts and warps, decorative concrete curbing withstands Wisconsin's harsh freeze-thaw cycles season after season. Properly installed concrete curbing can last 20 to 30 years or more with minimal maintenance. It won't rot like timber edging or shift like stone borders when installed with a properly prepared base.
Virtually Maintenance-Free
Once your concrete landscape curbing is installed, it requires minimal maintenance. You won't spend weekends hammering plastic stakes back into place or replacing sections that have deteriorated. A simple occasional rinse is typically all it needs, saving you time and money over the years. This is in stark contrast to wood edging, which requires regular treatment, or metal, which requires painting to prevent rust.
Design Flexibility and Curb Appeal
Concrete curbing landscape edging offers design versatility that other materials can't provide. Choose from a range of colors, profiles, textures, and patterns to complement your home's style. The continuous, flowing lines create a polished, professional appearance that elevates your entire landscape and increases property value, something buyers notice when properties go on the market.
Clean Definition and Functionality
Beyond aesthetics, landscape edging serves important practical functions. Concrete curbing creates a permanent barrier that prevents grass from invading flower beds, contains mulch and soil, and makes mowing easier by eliminating the need for string trimming along edges. The raised profile keeps lawn equipment wheels out of garden beds while creating clear visual boundaries.
Key advantages at a glance:
- Lasts 20-30+ years with proper installation
- Withstands Wisconsin freeze-thaw cycles
- Requires minimal ongoing maintenance
- Offers extensive design customization
- Creates permanent, defined borders
- Makes lawn maintenance easier

The Drawbacks to Consider
While concrete curbing landscape edging has compelling advantages, it isn’t the perfect solution for every situation. Here are the honest limitations you should consider.
Higher Upfront Investment
The most significant drawback is cost. Concrete landscape curbing requires a larger initial investment than plastic, metal, or basic stone edging. However, when you factor in longevity and the elimination of replacement costs, concrete often proves more economical over time.
It’s best to plan curbing installations for spring or fall when contractors' schedules are more flexible. You may find better availability and more competitive pricing during these shoulder seasons.
Requires Professional Installation
Unlike plastic edging you can install yourself, quality concrete curbing landscape edging demands professional equipment and expertise. The specialized extrusion machines, proper concrete mixing, base preparation, and finishing techniques require training and experience. Professional landscape curbing installation adds to the upfront cost but ensures lasting results.
Permanent Nature
Concrete curbing is essentially permanent once installed. If you later decide to reconfigure your landscape beds, removing or relocating concrete curbing requires significant effort and expense. This permanence is an advantage if you're confident in your design, but a consideration if you frequently change your landscape.

What concrete curbing isn't ideal for:
- Renters or those planning to move soon
- Properties with frequent landscape redesigns
- Extremely tight budgets with no long-term view
- Situations requiring temporary or movable borders
Is Concrete Curbing Right for Your Property? Let's Talk
Concrete curbing landscape edging makes sense for homeowners who value long-term performance over short-term savings, want a polished professional look, and understand that quality installation requires professional expertise. It's particularly well-suited for properties throughout Southwest Wisconsin—from Lancaster to Wisconsin Dells, Boscobel to Verona—where seasonal weather demands durable solutions.
Krafty Kurbs has helped hundreds of homeowners evaluate whether concrete curbing fits their situation. We're honest about when it makes sense and when other solutions might serve you better. We serve Southwest Wisconsin with quality installations backed by local experience and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

Concrete curbing landscape edging offers durability, versatility, and curb appeal that other materials simply can't match—but it requires professional installation and a higher upfront investment. For most Southwest Wisconsin homeowners, those advantages outweigh the drawbacks. We're happy to discuss whether concrete curbing fits your landscape goals and budget.
Call us today to explore your options and get answers to your specific questions about concrete landscape edging.
