"Alexander Pensky" wrote in message
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I don't get it; why bother with the newspaper if you're going to
the trouble of cutting off the sod anyway? Why not just flip the
sod and cover with manure and/or topsoil?

Removing and composting the sod will eliminate weed seeds just waiting for
the chance to sprout. It is the best way I've found to get a quick weed free
garden.

Bob