Weeds are very resilient plants and can be a great nuisance to any gardener. When creating a new flower bed, garden area, or hardscape is a great idea to put down landscape fabric before you start. Landscape fabric is great for helping to prevent weeds from growing in your garden and can last for many years. Before you get started, it is a good idea to layout where your plants, flowers, shrubs, or vegetables will be placed.

There are some great environmentally friendly products that work great to prevent weeds from growing in your garden. Easy Gardener makes some of these great products that are perfect for a variety of gardens and hardscapes.

For organic gardeners, the WeedBlock Mulch Landscape Paper is ideal for preventing weeds from growing in the soil and will not harm your organic flower or vegetable garden. The mulch paper is made from recycled paper and is approved for organic gardens by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI). Just roll out the paper in the desired area and secure with dirt, spikes, rocks, mulch or another garden material. Cut holes in the paper for your plants and place your plants in the dirt. The mulch paper will help prevent weeds from growing around your plants, yet it still allows water and air to get to the plant’s roots. Plants receive the nutrients they need to grow big and healthy without the hassle of weeding. After the growing season is over, just till the paper into the soil like a compost.

Another environmentally friendly solution for preventing weeds is the WeedBlock Recycled Landscape Fabric, which is made from recycled plastic bottles. This fabric is long-lasting and ideal for hardscapes, flower beds or landscaping. After laying down this fabric, you will not have to worry about weeds for a long time. The fabric is porous enough to allow water and air to get to plant roots to allow for healthy growth. Just use fabric spikes to secure the fabric to the soil and cut holes for plants, shrubs, flowers, and more.

Whatever fabric you decide to use, you will be happy with the results and have more time to enjoy your garden instead of weeding it! Check out Backyard Style for all of your landscaping needs!