Best Weed Barrier

Dimensions: Our picks are all either 3 or 4 feet across. The lengths vary greatly, ranging from 50 to 300 feet! If you have a large garden or flower bed you want to lay the barrier, a large size is a good choice.

Environmentally Friendly: All of these top products are environmentally friendly options because they continue to provide the soil with the things it needs to stay healthy! Air, water, and nutrients are still able to work their way through.

Effectiveness Length: This varies greatly, some promise 5 years and some even upwards of 25 years worth of weed control! Pay attention to installation, though, a lot of the effectiveness of these products depends on if they’re installed correctly.

UV Protected: This is important because your weed barrier will most likely be outside, like, all the time. If it is UV protected, theoretically it should last a longer because the sun’s UV rays won’t damage it as quickly.

Material: There are 2 basic kinds. Woven, made to be extra strong and durable, and non-woven, designed to be porous and let air and water pass through. Oh, and there are plenty of alternatives to fiberglass weed stopper fabric.

Organic Gardening: Since these products are all effective at preventing weeds and protecting the soil from erosion without the use of chemicals or pesticides, they’re safe for organic farming. There are other preferred methods for organic farmers, though.