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Weeds
gcotterl

Preventing weeds

11 years ago

When planting bareroot roses, the instructions say to water the roses deeply then water them at least once per week.

To prevent weeds, I want to lay cardboard on the soil then apply 3-4 inch thick layer of bark chips.

How soon after I plant the roses should I apply the cardboard and mulch?

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