As the landscaping industry moves toward more sustainable practices, the materials chosen for outdoor projects matter more than ever. One of the most impactful yet often overlooked choices is landscape edging. For environmentally conscious homeowners, designers, and professional landscapers, recycled plastic landscape edging offers a powerful solution that aligns aesthetic appeal with eco-friendly responsibility.
In this blog, we explore the environmental benefits of choosing recycled plastic edging, how it compares to traditional materials, and why Epic Plastics is setting the industry standard with sustainable, durable solutions.
What Is Recycled Plastic Landscape Edging?
Plastic landscape edging made from recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE) is an eco-conscious alternative to traditional materials like wood, metal, or virgin plastic. Epic Plastics, for example, uses a proprietary HDPE blend to manufacture its leading-edge products like Benda Board® and Epic Edge®.
These edging products are crafted from post-consumer and post-industrial recycled plastics, reducing landfill waste and the demand for new plastic production—a win for both the environment and your landscaping project.
1. Reduces Landfill Waste and Plastic Pollution
Millions of tons of plastic waste enter landfills every year. By repurposing these materials into landscape edging products, Epic Plastics diverts plastic waste from landfills and gives it a second life in sustainable landscaping projects.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), only about 9% of plastic is recycled annually in the U.S. Choosing products made from recycled plastic helps close the loop and supports a circular economy.
2. Lowers Carbon Footprint Compared to Traditional Edging
Traditional edging materials like virgin plastic, treated wood, or metal require resource-intensive manufacturing processes. Producing recycled plastic edging consumes significantly less energy than creating new materials from raw resources.
Epic Plastics’ manufacturing process is designed to minimize environmental impact, using recycled HDPE that requires:
- Less water
- Less energy
- Fewer greenhouse gas emissions
This means your eco-friendly landscaping products can actively reduce your project’s carbon footprint.
3. Long Lifespan = Fewer Replacements = Less Waste
One of the most important sustainability metrics is product longevity. Poor-quality edging degrades quickly, leading to frequent replacements that increase material waste and labor costs.
In contrast, Epic Plastics’ recycled plastic landscape edging offers:
- High flexural strength to resist breakage
- UV stability for long-term outdoor exposure
- Flexibility to withstand temperature extremes
This means fewer replacements over time, less material in the waste stream, and more cost savings for you.
4. Supports Modern, Sustainable Design Trends
Sustainable landscaping is about more than just materials—it’s about creating efficient, low-maintenance, and environmentally responsible outdoor spaces.
Recycled plastic edging helps:
- Define clean, organized landscape borders
- Reduce maintenance by preventing mulch, gravel, or turf migration
- Maintain structural integrity in synthetic turf perimeters and artificial grass edge strips
This aligns with the growing demand for modern landscape edging solutions that deliver both form and function without environmental compromise.
5. Safe and Non-Toxic
Unlike pressure-treated wood or certain composite materials, recycled HDPE contains no harmful chemicals that could leach into soil or water systems. It is also non-reactive and resistant to degradation from fertilizers, landscaping chemicals, and irrigation systems.
Epic Plastics’ edging products are not only durable but safe for use in residential yards, school playgrounds, commercial installations, and environmentally sensitive areas.
6. Competitive with Traditional Brands
When comparing Epic Plastics to competitors like Permaloc, Colmet, Sure-Loc, Border Concepts, JD Russell, Best Plus, or Valley View, the key differentiator is sustainability.
While many brands offer long-lasting products, Epic Plastics combines that with:
- 100% recycled content
- Proven performance in third-party testing
- Nationwide availability and fast delivery
If you’re considering competitors, ask: Are they delivering both durability and eco-responsibility? Epic Plastics does.
7. Aligns With LEED and Green Building Standards
Many commercial and municipal landscaping projects aim to meet sustainability standards like LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). Using sustainable landscaping materials such as recycled HDPE edging can contribute to earning LEED credits, making Epic Plastics a strong choice for developers and architects.
This makes Epic Plastics not only the right choice for the environment but also the smart choice for green-certified construction projects.
Why Choose Epic Plastics?
Epic Plastics is committed to sustainability without compromising performance. Our landscape edging products are engineered to last and designed with the planet in mind.
Explore our full range of recycled plastic landscape edging solutions on our product page and see how you can build better, greener landscapes.
Final Thoughts
Choosing recycled plastic edging isn’t just a design choice—it’s a decision to support the planet. By integrating eco-friendly landscaping products into your next project, you help reduce waste, lower emissions, and promote sustainable building practices.
Epic Plastics leads the way in providing durable, recycled, and environmentally responsible solutions for every type of landscaping need. Whether you’re installing synthetic turf perimeters, building garden beds, or outlining modern pathways, our products deliver long-lasting results you can feel good about.
Ready to make your next project more sustainable? Contact us for expert recommendations or request a sample today.
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