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Old 07-08-2023, 11:56 AM
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Originally Posted by kendi View Post
Dirt gathers on top of the black layer over time so you’d just have the same problem with new. There is a type of roundup that not only kills weeds but prevents new for 3 months wherever it is sprayed. Has worked great for us. There is also one that will keep weeds away for a year but that one you have to be more careful with cause it will eventually hit the roots of trees and shrubs if they are close by.

We also sprinkle Preen in our beds which prevents new seeds from sprouting. Won’t kill the current perennial weeds, but works great to prevent any new seed from starting.
Thank you! But, looks like there's actually a couple of Roundup versions of which I was unaware. The Best Weed Killers of 2023 - Review by Garden Gate Max Control and Extended Control. Hmmm. Sez "Extended Control" isn't good for "flower beds". Its jar isn't as attractive, either, so Max it shall be.

The Preen looks kinda fun, too, with the cute sprinkles.