How to lay down a weed mat or something else to prevent weeds?

by Marti

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I am sure there has got to be a better way to keep weeds out without using harmful sprays or powders. Thanks!

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Rebecca Taylor on Feb 20, 2019

Hi Marti, here is a link to the 5 best weed barriers and will give you information on each one.

https://greenyardmaster.com/best-weed-barriers/

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Alice on Feb 20, 2019

I found an article that might help...

https://www.wikihow.com/Install-a-Weed-Barrier

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Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA on Feb 20, 2019

Since I have a bunch of pets, I use landscape fabric and mulch.

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Barb on Feb 27, 2019

A layer of newspaper is also said to work well as a weed barrier.

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