No, because topsoil will promote weed growth and defeat the primary purpose of the fabric.
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- General Questions
- What is landscape fabric?
- Why should I use landscape fabric?
- 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?
- Can I use marble rocks or pebbles?
- How thick should the mulch be?
- Can I use topsoil to cover the fabric?
- How do I install landscape fabric?
- How do I hold the fabric in place?
- Do I have to cover the landscape fabric once I’ve put it on the ground?
- 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?
- Can landscape fabrics be used with perennial flowers?
- 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?
- General Questions
- 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?
- Tree / Plant Care
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- What is this trend called “the Outdoor Room” all about?
- How do I know what is the right amount of edging, statuary, etc. to use in my yard without it appearing like “too much”?
- How do I install HammerEdge edging?
- Can you use a regular hammer to pound in HammerEdge?
- 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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