Hello Toolman520, thank you for your feedback. If the edging spikes were visible above ground, it sounds like the edging was not installed deep enough. Spikes should not be visible when the aluminum edging is installed. This aluminum edging should be buried in a 2.5-3 inch trench, deep enough so that there is 1-1.5 inch of edging showing above ground. The anchoring spikes are designed to corrode slightly so they grip to the soil to improve stability. This is to provide proper structure and support to the edging over time. We apologize for your frustration and appreciate your feedback.