Question by MeganM: How can I clear out my new community garden plot organically?
I just got a community garden plot. I have until next spring to get it all cleaned up for planting. The problem is, it was abandoned all year and is completely covered in weeds. It’s pretty much a big patch of tall grass. (the plot is 20′x20′) What’s the best way to get rid of it all, including the roots, so that it won’t grow back later? I’m not allowed to use any chemicals so it needs to be an organic solution.
Any other tips on having a successful vegetable garden would be appreciated too!
Best answer:
Answer by dragonfly
I would cut it down as far as you can. Then cover it with a heavy plastic tarp and leave it there. The heat that is produced by the tarp will kill off all the weeds below. Come spring you can turrn the soil over several times, compost and plant.
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