Understand and Plan for Future Maintenance

What happens here

The narrator explicitly warns that this type of concrete tree ring is not a 'forever look' due to tree roots growing and pushing up the blocks over time. Plan for future maintenance by understanding that every few years (e.g., 2-5 years), you may need to carefully lift the concrete blocks, trim back any invasive tree roots, and then re-level and reset the blocks. If a 'forever look' without this maintenance is desired, the narrator suggests considering a trenched edge border with mulch instead. This step is about being aware of and prepared for the ongoing commitment of this DIY project.

Goal: Be aware of the long-term maintenance requirements for the concrete tree ring.