How to completely remove grass

Hi, I have many perennials in my yard and want to remove grass and weed completely. My understanding is the safest way is to cover the yard with newspaper and mulch for winter time. The question is, do I cover…

Sheet Mulching

Hi! I want to get rid of sod in my backyard and am considering the sheet mulching technique. Is it too late to start this in mid-November? Thanks! Amy…

Grass Overtaking my Rooftop Garden Plot*

I live in Vancouver and have access to a plot on our rooftop garden in my building. Last year was my first year (and I’m a very beginning gardener). I turned the existing soil over, added a bit more and…