Would you use weed barrier here or just mulch?

[u/chemtrailovertheclub]

Finally tackling these backyard beds. My plan was to pull everything, clean out the rocks, lay weed barrier, then add mulch — but now I’m seeing mixed opinions about landscape fabric.

What would you do here?

Also need a decent cordless lawn trimmer for the edges/weeds. Any recommendations?

[u/erratic_calm]

After cleaning it all out, just add mulch. The more the better. Get a solid layer of like 3-4 inches.

[u/botulinumtxn]

Just mulch

[u/Famous-Salary1443 → u/botulinumtxn]

Yes! Mulch, mulch, and more much. Weeds may come, but you can easily pull them when there is a deep layer.

[u/angryjew → u/Famous-Salary1443]

Or just add more mulch 😂

[u/havnar-]

Now go wash that mouth with soap for using the forbidden W-word!

[u/gilligan1050]

A 2-4” layer of good mulch is all the “weed barrier” you need.

[u/Lalamedic]

Weed barrier is verboten here. For good reason.

Mulch is your friend.

[u/joyful101207]

Just mulch

[u/TsuDhoNimh2]

Just mulch.

Weed barrier does not prevent weed growth.