The most straightforward method is to put down a high-quality woven landscape fabric, probably something in the 3-5 oz/yd² range. This will suppress all the existing growth and prevent new seeds from sprouting while keeping your soil healthy. How large of an area are you talking about covering?How to keep the weeds down for a short period of time? I won't planting on it for a while since I am working into fixing my no lawn space. What would you all suggest that I do? I'd love something low-maintenance that won't invite invasive stuff while I figure out if I'll plant trees or shrubs later on.
You could throw down a thick layer of mulch or cardboard with wood chips on top to block light. It's cheap, easy, and definitely buys time.How to keep the weeds down for a short period of time? I won't planting on it for a while since I am working into fixing my no lawn space. What would you all suggest that I do? I'd love something low-maintenance that won't invite invasive stuff while I figure out if I'll plant trees or shrubs later on.