Organic Weed Control Part 1
Weeds are unwanted plants which reduce nutrients and growing space needed by your garden. Before starting your garden plot, it is a good practice to begin weed removal and control 4 weeks before you are ready to plant.
Start by turning the soil with a shovel so that the roots of the old plant growth are exposed. This will disrupt root systems and encourage faster decomposition.
Once this is complete, cover the plot with black plastic to prevent sunlight from reaching any remaining weeds. This will also raise the temperature underneath and aid in the break down of old plant material.
Next, we will discuss weed control techniques that can be applied once your seeds or seedlings have been planted.