A method for providing an artificial turf edge. In one embodiment, the method includes: determining a perimeter of an artificial turf area up to be covered by artificial turf; connecting together a plurality of raised border pieces so as to follow a contour of at least a portion of the perimeter of the artificial turf area; securing each of the plurality raised border pieces to an underlying surface along the perimeter of the artificial turf area; and placing an artificial turf material to cover at least an area within the perimeter of the artificial turf area.