Couch grass is one of the most dangerous weeds, since in order to control this plant it is often necessary to use “heavy artillery” in the form of industrial chemicals.
However, this is not always a wise approach.
If the chemicals have a very aggressive composition, the soil may be unsuitable for subsequent use.
But there is a very simple and safe method that will allow you to get rid of couch grass forever. It also does not harm the soil, so next year you can safely plant the desired crops on this site.
What simple trick will help you fight weeds?
It is best to begin the fight against couch grass in early spring, recommends Anastasia Kovrizhnykh, an expert of the online publication BelNovosti, agronomist and landscape designer.
This way you can accurately determine the places where the couch grass grows. It is worth considering that it is easier to deal with a young plant than with an adult one.
It is necessary to stock up on sawdust and cover the weed with it. Then cover it with a dark thick film and secure the material.
In the fall, all that remains is to dig up the soil thoroughly to remove all the remains of the root system. Yes, this method is quite time-consuming, but it does not have a toxic effect on the garden, which is extremely important.
