Remove Existing Border and Prepare Area

What happens here

Carefully remove the existing paver border by lifting any embedded or root-dislodged pavers. Once the pavers are cleared, use a shovel or garden edger to create a clean, shallow trench (about 2-3 inches deep) around the planned perimeter of the new mulch ring. This trench will serve as an edge to contain the mulch. Gently remove any small, non-structural exposed roots that are directly underneath where the pavers were, if absolutely necessary, but prioritize avoiding cutting any large, structural roots. Finally, level the ground within the designated mulch ring area to ensure even mulch distribution.

Goal: Clear the old border and create the base for the mulch ring.