Prepare Next Season’s Flowerbeds the Easy Way
By Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Thinking about a new flowerbed next spring? Set it up the easy way. Measure and mow the bed area. Remove obvious weeds. Cover the entire bed in a layer of newspaper, then top completely with topsoil or compost. The newspaper suppresses weeds while nourishing the soil. Depending on local climate, the bed should be clear and ready by spring.
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