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removing grass from veg patch
On Mon, 2 Feb 2004 17:10:45 GMT, Janet Baraclough ..
wrote: The message m from SteveM contains these words: Hi I have just got my first allotment. It is 250sqm and is covered in grass but very few 'weeds' having been used last year until autumn. (The soil was rotovated about a year ago but had crops in only a few areas.) Can anyone suggest how to get rid of the layer of grass, I have read the FAQ but need some more specific advice. Would it be a good idea to use a turf cutter to lift the top layer, or is there any other way to create beds without using chemicals if possible? You can cover the ground with old carpets (not rubber-backed, it disintegrates), old tarpaulins, flattened cardboard packing cartons (free and ready bundled up,from shops) or black plastic. The last three need weighing down with planks or stone.Lack of light will kill all growth within a couple of months..it's a good way to control weeds on vacant ground in summer too. If using cardboard or black plastic, you can leave it in place at planting time, cut an x with a knife, and plant potatoes, bean plants etc through the hole. If going for carpet, cut it up into manageable sections ( say 4ft square ), 'cos once it gets wet and dirty it can weigh a hell of a lot. You can plant through it too - it's particularly good for brassicas, preventing cabbage root fly. It'll also encourage slow worms to set up residence. Regards, -- Stephen Howard - Woodwind repairs & period restorations www.shwoodwind.co.uk Emails to: showard{whoisat}shwoodwind{dot}co{dot}uk |
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