All tomatoes need constant moisture, and the ground mulching effect of the film (i.e., covering the dirt) holds the moisture in, reduces water runoff, and discourages weeds. In addition, Better Reds warms the soil to stimulate early plant growth and continues to improve yield at the end of the season by keeping soil warm on cooler nights.
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- What is landscape fabric?
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- How will using landscape fabric save me time?
- What is the ‘wrong landscape fabric’?
- How does landscape fabric stop weeds?
- The holes in the fabric don’t seem big enough for water to penetrate. Wouldn’t it be better if it were more open to let more water through?
- What kind of mulch should I use?
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- Can I use the fabrics on slopes? Won’t the mulch just slide off the slick surface?
- Can landscape fabric be used for growing vegetables in an organic garden?
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- Can landscape fabrics be used with ground covers?
- I have installed the fabric as instructed, and after a few days I have weeds coming through the fabric. Is there something wrong with the fabric?
- The previous answer says I have to do something to get rid of weeds coming through. Why is that?
- Homeowner Landscape Fabric (Product-Specific Questions)
- Which side faces up on Weed-X and 20-Year Weed-Shield materials?
- How long does it take for water to reach the soil once the Weed-X / 20-Year Weed-Shield material is covered?
- When I put Weed-X or 20-Year Weed-Shield over a cup and pour water on it, why doesn’t it go through?
- What is the main difference between regular landscape fabric and commercial landscape fabric?
- When should I use a commercial landscape fabric?
- What is the best material for controlling weeds in landscaped areas?
- Is it necessary to use Garden Staples or Pegs when installing fabric?
- What is the difference between Staples and Pegs?
- How many do I need to use for my project?
- Why use Weed-Shield Ant & Termite instead of regular Weed-X or a different landscape fabric?
- Where should I use Weed-Shield Ant & Termite?
- How do ants and termites normally damage other landscape fabric materials?
- The product label says not to use it in vegetable gardens or agriculture. Why not?
- Is the chemical harmful to the environment?
- Why can’t this product be used around ponds or water gardens?
- Why does this product have to be covered with a 1″ – 2″ layer of mulch for it to remain effective?
- Why do I only use 1″ to 2″ of mulch while others recommend about 3″ to 4″ of mulch?
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- Scarecrow Devices
- Are there general guidelines to be followed that help all scarecrow devices work better?
- What types of scarecrow devices might work?
- How does the molded Great Horned Owl scare birds? Does it work on other animals?
- Does it work on all birds?
- How large an area does it cover?
- How and where do you mount it?
- Where is the hanger for it?
- How do you weight down the Great Horned Owl? Can you fill it with water?
- How do you weight down the Rotating-Head Owl?
- How do you weight down the owl so it doesn’t tip over?
- Netting / Fencing
- How long will netting last?
- Will Plastic Fencing or Netting keep rabbits out of my garden?
- How do I install Bird-X? netting?
- What do I do if a bird should get caught in the netting?
- What is the best method of using Deer-X? netting to protect my shrubs and trees?
- Why is a slanted fence a good idea?
- How can such a light net such as Deer-X? deter such a large animal?
- What’s different about Pond & Pool Netting?
- How high should the bottom of the net be from the ground?
- How can Plastic Fencing be used?
- How is Plastic Fencing held up?
- How long can Plastic Fencing be used?
- How long will the white decorative fence products last in full sun?
- How long will the white decorative fence products last in full sun?
- Frost Protection / Seed Germination Covers
- How do you use Harvest Guard?
- Can I use Harvest Guard for spot seeding and repairing damaged areas?
- What are the benefits of Harvest Guard over straw?
- I followed the instructions, but now I see the young grass sprouts coming through the Harvest Guard. Shouldn’t they be underneath, and won’t they be pulled up when I remove the material?
- What can Tomato Tray (Automator) do for me?
- Does Harvest Guard cost more than straw and is it worth the cost?
- How do you hold Harvest Guard in place?
- How often do you water the grass seed?
- What is Harvest Guard used for? What are the benefits?
- If it keeps insects off, what about pollinating insects?
- Can you double layer Harvest Guard for added protection against frost?
- Garden Growing Aids
- Why should I use Better Reds Red Mulch Film?
- What other benefits does Better Reds provide?
- How does Season Starter extend the growing season?
- How many seasons can Tomato Tray last?
- How do I get that big plant through that little hole in the Tomato Tray?
- I’ve used a product called Automator in the past – is it the same thing?
- How do I get that big plant through the center hole in the Red Tomato Tray?
- How long will Trellis Netting last?
- How can Trellis Netting be used?
- How is Trellis Netting held up?
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- My ground is so hard that it is a major job to hammer these pieces in. Isn’t there an easier way?
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