I’ve been a Floridian for only 5 years but I’ve had properties at the Jersey shore where the weeds came through the stones as well. The first response pointed out that dust and debris settles in the rocks making the perfect place for airborne seeds to plant themselves. Also birds eat seeds from plants and their droppings can fall in your yard (my grandson told me that) and grow. My opinion for wood chips is that they decompose and I still don’t understand pine straw. Seems to me that it’s a great place for snakes to hide. I take care of my weeds with a spray that quickly takes care of them and the new battery operated sprayers is the way to go. I just don’t spray anywhere my dog goes. And BTW, you don’t need grass for your dog to go potty. Good luck in whatever you decide.
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