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How to use cardboard in your garden: 6 ways to help plants, from enriching soil to preventing weeds

You've probably thought about the ways you can use cardboard in your garden, assuming its only destiny is for the recycling bin. However, it turns out there are many genius ways it can help keep your ...
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6 Natural Ways to Remove Grass From Flower Beds—Without Damaging Your Plants

Grass can crowd out your flowers, reducing their airflow and increasing their risk for disease. To remove grass from your flower bed, you can use cardboard, vinegar, or boiling water. A thick layer of ...

Forget weeding – homeowners are using their Amazon boxes for a ‘no dig’ yard

US HOMEOWNERS are re-purposing their old Amazon boxes and using them to help their “no dig” yards flourish. The discarded ...
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How to Kill Grass in Flower Beds Without Hurting Your Other Plants, According to a Gardener

Manual removal of grass from flower beds is best done after a rain. Mulching, groundcovers, and edging prevent grass from growing in flower beds. Treat annual grass weeds with pre-emergent herbicides ...