A weed film saves you the hassle of weeding in the garden because it prevents the emergence of unwanted weeds. To ensure that the effort pays off, good preparation is important. This also includes choosing the right material thickness.
Choose strength
Mulch fleece has a width between 100 and 120 centimeters. The thickness of the material depends on the type of use of the area. The more strain is placed on it, the thicker the weed fleece should be. The indication grams per square meter provides information about the strength.
Orientation values
150 g/m2 stands for an extra strong fleece that suppresses any weed growth. Fleece with a weight of 120 g/m2 is used on slopes, in rock gardens and on garden paths. For normal kitchen and ornamental gardens, materials with 50 to 80 g/m2 are sufficient.
Embarrassed
The area must be free of weeds, root residues and stones so that the film is not destroyed. It is not advisable to place the weed control fabric on weeds. After cleaning the surface, smooth the substrate with a rake. Fastening using nail-shaped ground anchors or ground anchors is essential in sloping areas. Hooks pointing upwards ensure a stable hold.
Lay out garden fleece:
- Spread the fleece over the surface
- Lay out the panels next to each other and smooth them out
- make sure there is an overlap of ten centimeters
- Drive in ground anchors at the corners
Paths are subject to greater stress than beds. Here it is even more important to attach the fleece sheets to the ground with enough anchors. Buy a little more material than needed. The panels can extend beyond the surface so that you can fold over the edges. This will reduce the risk of the ground anchors causing cracks.
Planting
In the places where plants will later grow, cut cross-shaped slits in the fleece with a sharp knife. Dig a sufficiently large planting hole and plant the plants. To prevent weeds from growing through the incisions, you must press the fabric tightly against the neck of the plant. Cover the entire area with soil to create a natural appearance. An alternative to garden soil is a five centimeter thick layer of bark mulch.
