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Artificial grass has come a long way since your granddad’s Astroturf. Today’s synthetics, made of nylon or polymer, have ...

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A physical barrier or “sub-surface barrier” such as edging will help contain the lily of the valley. Sink sheet roll aluminum or a stiff plastic barrier at least 18 inches down to surround your lily ...