Abstract: Tree surround (10) comprises a circular wall (11) formed by injection moulding in the circular shape shown from flexible polymeric material, specifically polypropylene. The material is selected to be sufficiently flexible so that the wall (11) can be distorted or twisted as shown to allow the bead (18) to be inserted from one end and to be pushed or pulled with a sliding action. Because of the flexible nature of the material then allowing for the twisting of the wall (11), it is still feasible to slide the bead (18) into the space defined by the flange (18) and an offset flange (22). This is assisted by having a lead-in shape into the space. The offset flange (22) further defining the space allows for the alignment of the wall (11) to match at each of the ends. The side wall (11) has a curvature when seen in cross section, and has a larger diameter at its base lower edge (12) than at its upper edge.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composite masonry edging or stepping block used with other like-shaped blocks to form a continuous interconnected edging pattern or stepping path that accommodates straight sections and tight bends in the pattern or path. Each block has a series of six adjoining projections around a major portion of its perimeter, and a pair of adjoining recesses along a minor portion of its perimeter. Two adjoining projections form a multi-wave protrusion. Several combinations of two adjoining projections can be used to form a number of multi-wave protrusion. Each protrusion has the same size and shape but extends in a different angular direction. The two recesses form a multi-wave indentation. The multi-wave indentation flushly receives one of the multi-wave protrusions of an adjacent block to achieve an interlocking connection in either straight or angled alignments. The structure of each block forms a flower-like pattern.

Abstract: The present gardening barrier is comprised of an elongated flexible sheet and a connector at one end of the sheet. The sheet is adapted to be partially buried edgewise into the ground for separating two distinct horticultural areas. Depending on the application, the ends of sheet can be connected together to form a small cylinder or planting berm to collect water, or a plurality of sheets can be connected together to form a long border for separating a garden area from a lawn area. The lower edge of the sheet is provided with a row of teeth for marking the ground during installation. Elongated stakes are provided among the teeth for temporarily holding the sheet upright on the ground while trying different positions. Foldable insertion limitation tabs adjacent the top of the sheet may be folded out to ensure that the sheet is buried at an even depth along its entire length. Foldable retention tabs adjacent the bottom of the sheet may be folded out and buried underground to retain the sheet in the ground.

Abstract: A landscape-edging device is disclosed which may be used to segregate dissimilar landscaping schemes by positioning the device into the soil. The landscape edging is made of flexible strips, designed for continuous end-to-end attachment. The edging is attached to the soil by stakes. The edging system is designed so that stakes are removably attached to the edging portion of the device. By this attachment, the stakes can be conveniently and cost effectively manufactured and shipped together with the edging portion. Stiffening ribs on the stakes increase the strength of the stakes so that they may be made from the same material and thickness as the edging portion.

Abstract: A landscape barrier device is provided which may be used to segregate dissimilar landscaping schemes by positioning sections of the device immediately adjacent to each other. The landscape barrier device also provides an integral sprinkler system, which allows controlled watering of the landscape scheme on one side of the device by flowing water through the device and out flow ports provided on the device. Used in this manner, the device may be used to satisfy the different watering requirements of the segregated landscape schemes. Alternatively, the device may be used to provide supplemental watering to the landscape schemes on both sides of the device.

Abstract: A lawn and garden edging system for edging a lawn with interconnected pieces which can be lengthened and shortened. The lawn and garden edging system includes a first strip for inserting into a ground surface and a second strip for inserting into the first strip. The first strip is elongate and has a top side, a front side, a back side, a bottom side and two ends. A plurality of bores are located in the top side of the first strip. A plurality of first spikes for inserting into the ground surface are coupled to the bottom side of the first strip. The second strip is elongate. The second strip has a cross-section traverse to a longitudinal axis of the second strip has a generally L shape. The second strip has a short wall and long wall. A plurality of second spikes for insertion into the bores in the top wall of the first strip are coupled to and extend away from the short wall of the second strip. The spikes are oriented generally perpendicular to a plane of the long wall of the second strip.

Abstract: The present invention is a modular landscape apparatus including a plurality of brackets. The brackets are used with conventional landscaping timbers secured thereto. The brackets includes different embodiments to provide the user with a variety of options for forming any desired shaped border in a landscape design. The brackets include a pivotal mechanism which enables the option of transforming the bracket to any desired angle and for ultimately forming any desired boarder pattern.

Abstract: A landscape edging system and corresponding components and methods are disclosed. The system comprises an edging member having a top rail and a barrier extending downwardly therefrom, and corresponding interconnecting or adjoining blocks having recesses within which the top rail is received disposed therein. The blocks, in combination with the edging member, may be employed to separate adjoining lawn, garden, walkway, driveway or other areas from one another. The present invention permits the effects of undesired displacement forces acting on the blocks, such as frost heave, to be reduced or minimized.

Abstract: The invention relates to a. molded plastic landscape edging strip with integrally moulded plastic spikes that can be severed on site for use in installation and also serve during storage and handling to stiffen the rear edge of the flexible plastic edging strip. Plastic spikes are less expensive to manufacture than conventionally used galvanized steel spikes, however, when integrally moulded with the plastic edging, the marginal increase in cost of the spikes is very low. The costs and time involved in manufacturing, inventory maintenance, handling, shipping and installation are reduced as a result of integrally moulding the spikes and edging together. The edging strip has an elongate vertical wall with bottom edge, front and rear faces, a horizontal footing extending rearwardly from the bottom edge with longitudinally spaced apart apertures and elongate plastic spikes severably joined to the rearward end of the footing.

Abstract: The present invention provides individual pieces of edging material wherein each piece has a wall with a bottom edge and generally parallel side edges, a base extending along at least a portion of the bottom edge, at least one ground engaging member extending from the base and an attachment structure at each side edge for joining pieces to form a fence-like edging assembly.

Abstract: A first hollow block is placed over or next to a second hollow block. Both blocks are filled with soil so that the roots of plants that are planted in the blocks are permitted to grow through openings of the blocks to interconnect the blocks, the roots and the existing ground.

Abstract: Landscape edging comprising a plurality of elongated border sections each having end portions which are disposed proximate to each other, and, a cover disposed over the top of a seam created by adjacent border sections. Another aspect comprises decorative elements movably positionable along a visible portion of the landscape edging allowing users of this landscape edging, whether landscapers or consumers, to create their own decorative design.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composite masonry edging or stepping block used with other like-shaped blocks to form a continuous interconnected edging pattern or stepping path that accommodates straight sections and tight bends in the pattern or path. Each block has a series of six adjoining projections around a major portion of its perimeter, and a pair of adjoining recesses along a minor portion of its perimeter. Two adjoining projections form a multi-wave protrusion. Several combinations of two adjoining projections can be used to form a number of multi-wave protrusion. Each protrusion has the same size and shape but extends in a different angular direction. The two recesses form a multi-wave indentation. The multi-wave indentation flushly receives one of the multi-wave protrusions of an adjacent block to achieve an interlocking connection in either straight or angled alignments. The structure of each block forms a flower-like pattern.

Abstract: The lawn edging (10) is formed by extruding a thermoplastic resin, preferably a thermoplastic resin such as polyethylene containing a dispersion of prevulcanized elastomer granules through a die (62) having a vertical die orifice (64) for forming the wall (12) of the channel (16). The vertical die orifice (64) also contains an element for forming protrusions (20) on a surface of the wall (12). The element preferably forms a horizontal edge on the protrusion (20). The feed rate of the element can be higher than the adjacent sections of the wall (12) such that the extruded material backs up in the die (62) and intermittently feeds through the outlet orifice (64). The channel (16) can contain a lower bead (34) and an upper hollow head member (14) which can be coated with a liquid impervious film (100) and perforated by a laser (120) to form spray apertures (122).

Abstract: The present invention aims at providing the water-storing tray for the plant cultivation mat, with the concomittant objects of ameliorating the water irrigation function in the plant cultivation mat as well as of facilitating control of the water content in the soil. An additional object is to much more stabilize the plant cultivating arrangement as a whole on the mat laying surface. Disclosed is a water-storing tray for plant cultivation mat, which is characterized in that a linkage part having a substantially hook-shape in its cross-section and a large breadth on its upper surface is provided externally on the upper end part of at least one side wall of the water-storing tray, and a linkage part having a substantially hook-shape in its cross-section and a small breadth on its upper surface is provided externally on the upper end part of the other side wall.

Abstract: A landscape edging system and corresponding components and methods are disclosed. The system comprises an edging member having a top rail and a barrier extending downwardly therefrom, and corresponding interconnecting or adjoining blocks, each block having at least one block attachment member disposed on the bottom surface thereof for receiving top rail therewithin. The blocks, in combination with the edging member, may be employed to separate adjoining lawn, garden, walkway, driveway or other areas from one another. The present invention permits the effects of undesired displacement forces acting on the blocks, such as frost heave, to be reduced or minimized.

Abstract: A line marking system for installing permanent field lines in natural grass fields is disclosed. The system comprises a line fixed to a backing sheet which is installed under the grass sod. The backing sheet is preferably a mesh which allows the grass to grow through the backing sheet thereby anchoring the line to the ground.

Abstract: An elongate ground gutter device designed to be substantially recessed in the ground with the central trough section thereof open above ground. The gutter device is designed to communicate with the downspout of a roof gutter to receive rain water into the trough section and transport it a distance away from the building. The gutter device comprises a trough section having vertical walls terminating in upper reinforcement sections which are supported on the ground surface, and a pair of lower horizontal flanges which are buried below ground, parallel to and underlying the reinforcement sections.

Abstract: A support bracket and stake are provided which can be used for edging gardens and lawns or for the formation of retaining walls. Used together, the bracket and stake provide a means to support and anchor lengths of lumber to the ground to create a variety of edging systems. In particular, the stakes provide a means to attach the system securely to the ground surface, while the support bracket has a beam receiving portion to support a variety of different types of lumber frequently used in edging. A mounting column on the support bracket provides a means to secure the support bracket to the stakes such that the support bracket may freely rotate 360° perpendicular to the vertical axis of the stake. The stakes may be vertically engaged one upon and inside the other to provide a raised border system of various height.

Abstract: A landscaping structure system for building landscaping structures on property to decorate around buildings and the like. The landscaping structure system includes a number of timber elements formed from plastic or the like that are interconnectable to for a desired structure. Some of the timber members include structural cavities and channels for the installation of landscaping elements such as sprinkler systems and ornamental lighting systems.

Abstract: Injection molded sections of decorative edging for use in lawn and garden applications are provided with an alignment feature to facilitate proper orientation on insertion. The edging has an arcuate upper surface which makes proper alignment difficult. This difficulty is exacerbated by the fact that the sections may be angularly positioned relative to an adjacent section through a 60.degree. arc. The alignment feature may be etched onto the surface or molded on the surface by a modification to the mold and is positioned between 1/3 and 2/3 of the way from the lower edge to the upper surface of the edging section. The alignment feature is driven to a point just below the surface of the ground.

Abstract: The instant invention is a lawn and garden edging system which provides for a border device positionable adjacent walks and plant beds with provisions for the attachment of watering and lighting components. An insertion structure is provided which is inserted into the ground by use of a wooden handle placed into an aperture allowing an individual to stand on an upper end of the structure allowing the installer's weight to force the structure into the ground. The upper portion of the structure forms a passageway with apertures available for positioning watering components, electrical components may also be attached for connection to lighting products used to highlight trees, bushes or a home. A second embodiment of the invention provides a conduit for attachment to conventional extruded plastic edging dividers, the conduit provides the formation of a passageway for placement of the aforementioned watering components and electrical connections.

Abstract: A well cover includes a housing having a top side and a substantially concave bottom side, and a peripheral base portion. A substantially radially outwardly extending flange is disposed on the peripheral base portion for securing the well cover to the ground. Alternatively, a plurality of tabs may be provided for securing the well cover to the ground. The flange or tabs may be provided with holes or slots therethrough. Attachment anchors cooperate with the flange or tabs to releasably secure the well cover to the ground. A method of forming the well cover includes vacuum molding a sheet of vacuum-moldable material into a desired contour. The flange or tabs are formed integrally with the housing.

Abstract: An article of manufacture adapted to swing from a supporting structure, such as a tree or a post, and a method of providing the appearance of a figure on a swing is provided. The article includes a base having top and bottom surfaces comprising first and second rectilinear parallel sides and third and fourth sides transverse to and having imaginary juncture lines with the rectilinear sides. At least two base holes extend through the base. A body in the shape of a figure is connected to the base. The body has at least two body holes extending through the body which are aligned with the base holes. Each of the body holes have an upper portion and a lower portion. The lower portions of the body holes are disposed in a horizontal plane parallel to the top and bottom surfaces of the base.

Abstract: Improved landscape edging includes a tubular upper portion and a relatively flat lower portion depending from the tubular portion. The tubular portion has plural slots at predetermined intervals along a major axis of the edging. The tubular portion enhances the strength and rigidity of the edging, while the slots provide the needed flexibility to allow the edging to be bent to the desired shape and configuration. The tubular portion is made by roll forming a relatively flat plain or galvanized steel plate after the slots have been punched into the plate. Two rows of slots are punched into the plate so that when the plate is roll formed, a slot is formed on each side of the tubular portion at predetermined intervals therealong.

Abstract: The invention is of a modular landscape border system with constituent accessory units which interlock in a swivel interface to define a border of length limited only by the number of units used. The units are of unibody construction and are made of durable, high density polyethylene. A completed border assemblage according to the preferred embodiment provides an alternating array of circular and elongate receptacles which can be filled with any choice of plants or decorative materials (rocks, shells, bark, etc.).

Abstract: An edging system for use in landscaping is provided. The edging system consists of a number of modular elements, each of which has a hollow body with two side walls, a base, a first end wall, and a second end wall. The base of the body is substantially planar for resting on a landscape. An integral male connector is attached to the first end wall of the body. The integral male connector includes an anchor portion extending below the base of the body to facilitate insertion and anchoring in the landscape. An integral female connector is attached to the second end wall of the body. The integral female connector is adapted to receive the integral male connector of another contiguous modular element.

Abstract: A pavement edging for maintaining the integrity and straight longitudinal edge of a concrete pavement constructed from a plurality of concrete bricks. The pavement edging having an elongated body with a front wall, a rear wall and a plurality of interposed longitudinal and transverse walls forming a generally egg crate construction.

Abstract: A memorial flower display has a receptacle shaped to receive a flower vase. The flower vase has a plurality of engagement studs that engage mating stud receiving channels in the receptacle. The stud receiving channels each have a top slot. When the engagement studs are in the top slots, the flower vase in held in a raised position. When the user twists the flower vase with an upwardly extending handle integral with the flower vase, the engagement studs are twisted out of the top slots, allowing the engagement studs to slide down the stud receiving channels, thereby allowing the flower vase to be lowered into the receptacle to a lowered position. The memorial flower display preferably is covered with a base plate to secure the memorial flower display against theft. The base plate preferably further includes a pair of closure plates that can be moved to cover the memorial flower display for protection.

Abstract: An edging member is provided. The edging member includes generally planar first and second elements and means for pivotally joining the edging member to an adjacent edging member. The first and second elements are generally transversely joined to each other. The first element is vertically oriented and the second element is horizontally oriented with the edging member is installed. A generally circular segment may be present to cover the ground below the edging member when the edging member is angularly joined to an adjacent edging member.

Abstract: An improved blocking member and vegetation barrier for the bottom of fences includes a riser portion that runs along one side of the fence. The riser is somewhat flexible and is securable to the fence in a manner that allows the installer to adjust the riser vertically relative to the fence or other portions of the riser, if necessary, and restrain it from any substantial vertical movement once secured. A ground covering member extends transversely from the lower part of the riser. Thus, the ground covering member can be placed directly on the ground even if the ground undulates relative to the fence bottom, and can be kept in that position once the riser is secured to the fence. The ground covering member can be resilient and create reactionary force if it is pressed against the ground. This can further assist in maintaining the blocking member and vegetation barrier in a fixed position relative the ground and the fence.

Abstract: A landscape edging or border block has an essentially trapezoidal shape, and is capable of being used to form a linear, serpentine or combination border or edge. The blocks can also be used to enclose an area. By orienting each block such that its inner edge faces inwardly, a substantially circular shape is attained to enclose a circular area. To expand the area to be enclosed, at least two expansion blocks are added for each quadrant of the shape. The two expansion blocks are oriented so as to provide a linear segment in each quadrant between adjacent ends of each arcuate segment. Additional pairs of expansion blocks can be added for each quadrant to further expand the area to be enclosed. In all cases, the enclosed area is formed by placing adjacent blocks such that their edges engage each other to form a shape without the presence of gaps between adjacent blocks.

Abstract: An elongated holding device for holding paving blocks in place. The device has a pair of longitudinally spaced ends, an elongated vertical plate having a front paving block contacting face to define a border for a paved area, and a rear surface. The device also includes a plurality of discrete, elongated footing elements which are attached to a lower portion of the rear surface of the plate. The footing elements are spaced apart longitudinally of the plate and extend rearwardly therefrom. A first connector structure which includes an elongated, longitudinally extending tab is located at one end of the device. The footing elements each including a respective second connector structure in the form of a tab receiving opening. Each of the tab receiving openings is configured to receive and mate with the tab of the first connector element to thereby form a secure connection therebetween.

Abstract: A lawn edging system and methods for edging a lawn are disclosed. The system includes a plurality of individual, integrally formed lawn edging units. Each unit includes a first portion and a substantially perpendicular second portion. The second portion includes a central section, having a length equal to the length of the first portion, and two end areas, which, when combined with the length of the central section, define a length greater than that of the first portion. The end areas are preferably rounded, but may be boxed, pointed, or scalloped. In use, an end area on one unit overlaps an end area of an adjacent unit while the first portions of the adjacent units abut. The second portion preferably includes an aperture for accepting a stake to anchor the unit into the ground. The aperture may be centrally located, or there may be a plurality of evenly spaced apertures. The design of the lawn edging device enables a plurality of lawn edging units to be nested compactly and packaged for sale or storage.

Abstract: A restraint edging system for a segmented paving surface, including a vertical strip component for surrounding the boundary of the segmented paved surface, and a support member component. The vertical strip component has one or more parallel protruding ribs running the length of the vertical strip component which mate to recesses in the support component. The support component also serves to connect vertical strip portions.

Abstract: The present invention provides an edging strip with integrally molded stakes. The strip of the invention is a single, integrally molded piece, greatly simplifying construction, packaging, shipping, and assembly by the end user. Each strip will present an independent and usable item containing within the one piece the components necessary to position and attach the strip within the ground and to link it with other strips as desired. The integral stakes each also have broad top surfaces which provide a hammering surface for inserting the strip within the ground. The strip uses interlocking semi-stakes at its end points to connect with other strips, providing a full hammering surface when interlocked and providing anchoring points at the points of connection. The disclosed invention may also include support ribs with catches or ledges which act to resist the effects of frost heave and reduce unintentional removal of the strip from the ground.

Abstract: A one piece steel device is provided to hold landscape lumber, such as railroad timbers and the like, in fixed proper relationship. The body is triangular in shape, to be driven into the ground by the point of the triangle. The opposite end extends in two flanges which are separated by a support shelf. The support shelf and the center line of the triangular body may be bent through any angle, the support shelf preferably comprising two pieces meeting at the center line extending outwardly from the base of the triangular portion. The triangular body is driven into earth, after bending the article along its center line to the angle two adjacent pieces are desired to be held at. Each timber piece is secured to one of the flanges by driving retaining members through holes provided in the flanges in or through the lumber.

Abstract: The instant invention is a lawn and garden edging system which provides for a border device positionable adjacent walks and plant beds with provisions for the attachment of watering and lighting components. An insertion structure is provided which is inserted into the ground by use of a wooden handle placed into an aperture allowing an individual to stand on an upper end of the structure allowing the installer's weight to force the structure into the ground. The upper portion of the structure forms a passageway with apertures available for positioning watering components, electrical components may also be attached for connection to lighting products used to highlight trees, bushes or a home. A second embodiment of the invention provides a conduit for attachment to conventional extruded plastic edging dividers, the conduit provides the formation of a passageway for placement of the aforementioned watering components and electrical connections.

Abstract: A trenchless landscape edging system and corresponding components and methods are disclosed. The system includes a plurality of anchoring members, an edging member having no or substantially no barrier extending downwardly therefrom and corresponding interconnecting or adjoining blocks having recesses disposed therein. The blocks, in combination with the anchoring members and the edging member, may be employed to separate adjoining lawn, garden, walkway, driveway or other areas from one another. The present invention permits the effects of undesired displacement forces acting on the blocks, such as frost heave, to be reduced or minimized and further permits rapid installation of the system since no trench for receiving lawn edging need be excavated.

Abstract: A modular edging comprises a plurality of sheet panels wherein each of the sheet panels includes a first edge having a first offset and a first double fold along the first edge so that a first gap is defined which is aligned with and facing the panels and a second edge having a second offset and a second double fold along the second edge so that a second gap is defined which is offset from the panel whereby the edges of two adjacent panels may be slid together to form a lock seam joint.

Abstract: Lawn edging is made in discrete, rigid one foot sections each with an integral water conduit with sprinkling orifices, each section having an integral male fitting at one end and a female fitting at the other. The two fittings are oriented in a vertical direction and define a pivot axis for adjacent edging sections. The conduit is generally trapezoidal in shape and has a flat upper surface which serves as a force-receiving surface. A special section has a hose attachment to permit distribution of water in one or both directions from the special section. A bottom section is divided into subsections with each section having insertion facilitating elements including v-shaped points and a sharpened leading edge and removal inhibiting elements including teeth formed on a v-shaped tangential flange.

Abstract: A landscape edging system includes a horizontally elongate edging strip having opposing sides, a tab projecting from a side of the edging strip, and a vertically elongate stake. The tab includes a first portion which extends away from the side of the edging strip and a second portion which extends substantially in a longitudinal direction of the elongate edging strip in spaced relationship from a vertical plane generally defined by the side of the edging strip from which the tab projects. The elongate stake includes at least one edge portion having a thickness approximately equal to a distance between the vertical plane generally defined by the side of the edging strip from which the tab projects and the portion of the tab which extends in the direction of the elongate edging strip. The system allows opposing sides of the edge portions of the stake to be engaged by and retained between the edging strip and the tab.

Abstract: An apparatus for forming a landscape system comprising a plurality of system members which edge and retain fill material and facilitate landscaping. Each system member includes a base plate, a front portion, a connecting member and an accepting member. The base plate includes a top surface, a bottom surface, a proximal end and a distal end. The base plate is configured to be substantially held in place by the fill material. The front portion includes a first side, a second side, an upper side and a lower side. The first side includes a first receiving member which is capable of releasable mating engagement with a second receiving member of another of the plurality of system members, and, the second side includes such a second receiving member capable of releasable mating engagement with a first receiving member of another of the system members. Such attachment facilitates horizontal engagement.

Abstract: A portable trench barrier is capable of greatly reducing the number of beetles migrating into a cultivated area, such as a field of potato plants. The device comprises a series of linear barrier sections and connector pieces joined together to enclose and protect a cultivated area. Each linear barrier section comprises an extruded plastic section having (a) an elongated floor section, (b) a pair of continuous leg portions extending downwardly from the side edges of the floor portion. The leg portions are adapted to penetrate the soil and form a continuous sub-surface barrier. A pair of opposed upwardly inclined elongated ramp portions extending upwardly and inwardly from the side edges of the floor portion, these ramp portions terminating in downwardly curved free edge portions having smooth outer surfaces with the curved free edge portions of the opposed ramp portions forming therebetween a gap having a width of up to about 20 mm.

Abstract: A method for producing a ready-to-plant live fence unit includes providing an elongated container containing a growing medium, planting within the container at least two plants, and cultivating the plants to grow in an interlocked manner to a substantially uniform approximate desired height so as to form a ready-to-plant live fence unit. Preferably, the cultivation includes treating the plants with a chemical pruning agent so as to limit their vertical growth to the approximate desired height. The method also preferably includes providing a vertical trellis adjacent to the container, and treating the plants with a growth regulator which accelerates growth. In an alternative implementation, the live fence unit may be produced even from a single plant cultivated asymmetrically to have a length which is at least about three times its width.

Abstract: The lawn border and edging member of this invention has an elongated vertical wall member which has opposite vertical side surfaces, first and second opposite ends, and elongated top and bottom surfaces. A flat plate member is secured to the bottom surface of the wall member and has a width extending outwardly from each side of the wall member to maintain the wall member in a vertical position. The outer ends of the plate member extend longitudinally outwardly beyond each end of the wall member. The plate member has an offset portion on its bottom surface to receive an end extension portion of another juxtapositioned member having an end extension portion and an elongated horizontal slot to receive an end extension portion of another juxtapositioned member having an end extension portion. The wall member has connecting means on its opposite ends for pivotal attachment to the ends of similar wall members.

Abstract: A landscape timber connecting system for use with landscape timber or the like includes first and second interlocking members. The first and second members each have a bracket shaped to engage an end of a first landscape timber, and in a preferred embodiment, a hinge component. The hinge components are adapted to align with each other and form a channel along a common, substantially vertical pivot axis. A hinge pin shaped to be inserted in the channel along the common pivot axis and extend downwardly into ground beneath the system such that the first and second members can be pivotally positioned relative to each other about the common pivot axis to position associated engaged landscape timbers at a selected angle relative to each other, and the hinge pin anchors and fixes the system to the ground. In an alternate embodiment, the members slidably engage to form a straight, non-pivoting joint.

Abstract: A landscape timber connecting system for use with landscape timber or the like, and includes a first member and a second member. The first member having a bracket that is shaped to engage an end of a first landscape timber, and a first hinge component. The second member having a bracket that is shaped to receive an end of a second landscape timber, and a second hinge component. The second hinge component is adapted to align with the first hinge component along a common, substantially vertical pivot axis. A hinge pin is shaped to engage the first and second hinge components along the common pivot axis and extend downwardly into ground beneath the system such that the first and second members can be pivotally positioned relative to each other about the common pivot axis to position associated engaged landscape timbers at a selected angle relative to each other, and the hinge pin anchors and fixes the system to the ground.

Abstract: One form of the invention employs two each of two different flexible parts to provide a soil retainer for plants on a hillside. Each part has one straight edge, an opposed slanted edge, a first side having a first pattern of hinge knuckles and a second side having a second pattern of hinge knuckles. The slanted edges are reversed in direction in the different flexible parts and their hinge knuckles are complementary. A first pair of two different parts is assembled by fitting their first hinge knuckles together and a second pair of parts is similarly assembled. The second pattern of hinge knuckles of the two pairs of parts are assembled. Long, staple-like pins fit through the holes of assembled knuckles and are driven into the soil. The retainer extends higher on the uphill side and lower on the downhill side. To increase the circumference of the retainer third parts may be inserted between the parts of one or both pairs.

Abstract: The instant invention is a lawn and garden edging system which provides for a border device positionable adjacent walks and plant beds with provisions for the attachment of watering and lighting components. An insertion structure is provided which is inserted into the ground by use of a wooden handle placed into an aperture allowing an individual to stand on an upper end of the structure allowing the installer's weight to force the structure into the ground. The upper portion of the structure forms a passageway with apertures available for positioning watering components, electrical components may also be attached for connection to lighting products used to highlight trees, bushes or a home. A second embodiment of the invention provides a conduit for attachment to conventional extruded plastic edging dividers, the conduit provides the formation of a passageway for placement of the aforementioned watering components and electrical connections.