These stake pins work very well for multiple uses. With 100 pieces, I can accomplish several projects in my soil, which consists of sand, clay, and surface loam. My current project is an azalea bed. The stakes are wide enough to secure an electric line under the concrete walkway, ensuring safety for both the line and people. They also help secure PVC water lines in the bed but not in the immediate area. When the project nears completion, I will use them to secure the weed block. The 12-inch length holds much better than the shorter stakes I used previously. Another advantage is that one side can be cut shorter if it extends over the edge of the footer. The shorter side can go to the top edge of the footer while the longer side goes deep outside of it.