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Will gravel or plastic keep weeds down under the deck?
Battened down heavy black plastic will be more effective than gravel in keeping weeds down.Specifically, black absorbs heat, which will make living conditions under the plastic too hot for plants to handle. The plastic also will keep out the light and moisture which weeds need to grow and seed. In contrast, weeds usually figure out how to grow up between gravel particles, which do not keep air, light and moisture from penetrating the soil and thereby aiding weedy growth.The black plastic can be battened down at the corners by attractive boulders.
Does sun light penetrate through a black plastic?
No, black plastic is typically opaque and does not allow sunlight to penetrate through it. It can be used to block sunlight and prevent the growth of weeds or to insulate the soil.
Should you use black plastic to prevent weeds in landscaping?
You can, yes. I would use a landscape fabric or a bio- barrier.
Does bleach kill weeds?
Yes bleach will kill weeds, but please do not use it to do this because it kills allot more than just the weeds, it will kill the organisms and bacteria in the soil and generally pollute the environment. There are proprietary weed killers that you can use (if you have to) that are slightly less harmful to the soil (e.g. glyphosate) but it is better to remove weeds by hand digging, burning or hoeing. Another very good way is to cover the weed area with an old carpet or black plastic and leave it for 2-3 months. The black plastic/carpet prevents the light reaching the weeds ad thy die off underneath without harming the environment.
What are the release dates for Black Weeds - 2013?
Black Weeds - 2013 was released on: USA: 28 September 2013
How do you kill weeds using Tipp-Ex?
To kill weeds with Tipp-Ex just brush it over the weeds.
What are the pros and cons of landscaping plastic?
I have always used black heavy plastic for landscaping. You will not have grass or weeds growing into the plastic like you do other material. When you want to freshen up a job, or remove or change your rock or mulch, it is easy to pick it all up from the plastic. Then you can add new or clean your rock or mulch and put it back on the plastic. 26 years and still using plastic. Pros: 1. Moisture Retention 2. Weed Control 3. Winter Protection Cons: 1. Requires Reapplication 2. Compaction
How does agent orange kill weeds?
Agent Orange didn't kill weeds it killed trees to flush out Viet Cong soldiers and encampments. Agent Blue is what was used to kill weeds. Thats what you want to look for for weeds.
Can a black plastic cover over the soil control bermudagrass and nutsedge?
Maybe yes, maybe no, a black plastic cover over the soil will control bermudagrass [Cynodon spp] and nutsedge [Cyperus spp]. Till the soil first. Then put the cover in place. Many weeds don't make it when they're deprived of light and moisture. But perennial weeds such as bermudagrass and nutsedge may require layers of newspaper under the cover. Otherwise, they've been known to break right through the plastic in their search for moisture, light and air.
How can you kill weeds without killing saplings right next to weeds?
Manual or mechanical removal and non-residual, target-specific herbicide treatments are ways to kill weeds without killing nearby saplings. Removal by hand and by hoe targets the weeds, not the saplings. Weeds that are not growing among the saplings may offer sufficient space for the fatal stress of extreme cutbacks, landscape fabrics, mulches, and soil-solarizing weighted-down black plastic sheeting.
How can I effectively sterilize soil to kill weeds?
To effectively sterilize soil and kill weeds, you can use methods such as solarization, steam sterilization, or chemical sterilization. Solarization involves covering the soil with a clear plastic tarp to trap heat from the sun and kill weeds. Steam sterilization uses steam to heat the soil and eliminate weeds. Chemical sterilization involves using herbicides to kill weeds. It is important to follow instructions carefully and consider the environmental impact of the method chosen.
How can I effectively prevent or remove weeds growing from tree roots in my garden?
To effectively prevent or remove weeds growing from tree roots in your garden, you can use mulch to suppress weed growth, hand-pull weeds regularly, apply herbicides carefully, and consider using landscape fabric or plastic barriers around the tree base to prevent weed growth.
