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Old December 5, 2017   #54
creeker
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Originally Posted by BigVanVader View Post
Weed barrier is great and when used properly saves a tremendous amount of labor BUT most people make a few mistakes. I have been a landscaper for 22 years, take it from me you need to get the thickest stuff you can find. I use 6 oz, and if I cant find that I use the 5.2 oz. Second- If you cover any weed barrier you 100% will eventually have weeds grow on top of it. For garden use I don't recommend putting anything over it unless it is pine straw or something similar that wont break down rapidly into soil. Straw works well too but really no point unless you just hate the way it looks.
So, Big Van Vader and others, do you have a favorite brand of weed barrier? I have been thinking about DeWitt Pro-5 but would be interested in others experiences with other brands. My garden used to be a pasture and still wants to be, so need something to keep down the grass or I may give up! Thanks for all replys.
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