How to Create a Beautiful Bamboo Garden Border
- Salvatore Correddu
- Jul 8
- 3 min read
Tips from Salva - our own We Do Bamboo guru. If you’re looking for an eco-friendly, affordable, and visually striking way to define your garden beds or pathways, bamboo garden borders could be just what you need. Bamboo offers a natural, timeless aesthetic while standing up well to the elements when properly treated. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile, whether you want a low, subtle edging or a more decorative feature.
Recently, one of our customers reached out with a great question:
“How can I use bamboo poles for garden borders and edging? Can I buy pre-assembled structures?”
Inspired by that, here’s a practical guide on how you can use bamboo for your own garden edging projects.
Vertical Bamboo Border
One popular style is to install short bamboo poles vertically in the ground, side by side, like little wooden fence posts.
How to Do It:
Pole Length: Cut your bamboo poles to about 20–30 cm long (to leave approx. 8–10 cm visible above ground, and 12–20 cm buried for stability).
Spacing: Place the poles tightly together for a continuous look, or leave small gaps for a more rustic effect.
Anchoring: Drive a wooden or metal stake into the ground behind every few poles for added support. You can then lash the bamboo to the stakes using natural twine for that traditional “lashed look.”
Finishing Touch: Trim tops to your desired height for a uniform finish.
Best for:
Flower bed borders
Pathway edging
Low garden dividers
Horizontal Bamboo Edging (Natural Log Style 🌱)
For a more laid-back, natural look, lay bamboo poles horizontally to create a low log-style edging.
How to Do It:
Pole Selection: Choose thick bamboo poles (like Dendrocalamus Asper) and cut them to your desired length.
Number of Layers: For a slim border, use 2–3 bamboo poles stacked horizontally.
Support: Fix the poles in place with wooden stakes or rebar rods driven vertically into the ground on either side, then lash or wire the bamboo poles to these stakes for stability.
Tip: For better durability, treat the bamboo ends with wood preservative and consider raising them slightly off the soil with small pebbles or bricks underneath.
Best for:
Raised bed edging
Vegetable garden borders
Defining small garden sections
Split and Woven Bamboo (Rustic Charm 🌿)
If you want something with a bit more texture, split bamboo can be woven between vertical stakes to create a flexible, flowing border that curves naturally around your garden beds.
How to Do It:
Splitting Bamboo: Use a hand tool or machete to split full-length bamboo poles into halves or quarters.
Stakes: Hammer in vertical stakes at regular intervals along your desired line.
Weaving: Weave the split bamboo pieces in and out between the stakes, adjusting tension as you go to keep the pattern tight and neat.
Finish: For extra strength, lash the ends of the splits to the outer stakes.
Best for:
Curved garden beds
Informal paths
Cottage-style or permaculture gardens
Do We Offer Pre-Assembled Bamboo Garden Borders?
We’re currently working on plans to develop ready-made bamboo edging kits here at We Do Bamboo, designed for quick and easy installation, especially for landscapers, developers, and DIY gardeners who want something hassle-free.
In the meantime, we’re happy to supply custom-cut bamboo poles in the right dimensions for your project. We can also advise you on the best construction methods for your garden layout.
If you’re interested, just drop us a message with your required length, height, and style (vertical, horizontal, or woven), and we’ll help you source the right material.
Final Tips:
All our bamboo is fully treated against rot and insects, making it suitable for outdoor use.
For a more finished look, consider giving your bamboo a coat of outdoor wood oil after installation.
Bamboo edging can easily be adapted for straight lines, curves, or even tiered levels.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you’re building-to-sell, or simply want to give your garden a new look, bamboo edging is a cost-effective, sustainable way to upgrade your outdoor space.
👉 Contact us today for a quote or material recommendation. Let’s bring your garden project to life: naturally!
