On Tue, 03 Feb 2004 10:48:04 -0500, Ricky wrote:

"WiGard" wrote in message
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Weed barrier fabric makes gardening difficult. When plants need to be
relocated, the fabric always gets in the way. Weeds still will find a
way to root.

True. I never use weed barrier to prevent weeds. It's only real use is to
prevent rocks from sinking into the soil. You can always cut through it
plant something with a sharp knife. Remember our soil in S. Florida is
mostly sand so small rocks tend to disappear over time and foot traffic.


I'm in Wisconsin where the ground remains frozen until August, thaws for
a month or so and the refreezes. There are many in my neighborhood who
have put down fabric and rocks round their foundations. These tend to be
people who think that landscaping and gardening is a one-time event
instead of an ever-changing tapestry of plants that fit the season and
suit one's fancies.