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Old 26-06-2005, 02:08 PM
David Bockman
 
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"Leon Trollski" wrote in
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Yes, not only will it prevent weed seeds from germinating below the

gravel,
it will also make weeds which are blown in easier to pull, since
they'll just be rooted in the loose gravel. As well, it will keep the
gravel from migrating down into the soil, making replenishing of the
gravel less frequent.



Horsehockey.

Ground fabrics are known to cause more harm than good. They impede
flow of oxygen and stop microbiota, insects and beneficial organisms
from doing their job. Plus the damn stuff is plastic and plastic has
no place in your garden.


The question concerned an area where tilth was not an issue.



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