Weed Control & Ground Cover

Effective Weed Control Without the Chemicals

Keeping on top of weeds is one of the less glamorous parts of gardening, but the right ground cover makes it far less of a chore. Our weed control collection gives you everything you need to protect your flowerbeds, borders, pathways and vegetable patches from persistent weed growth, season after season.

The heavy duty weed control membrane works by blocking the sunlight that weeds need to germinate and grow. Lay it across prepared soil and it gets to work straight away, suppressing weeds while still allowing water and nutrients to pass through to the plants you want to keep. It's a practical, chemical-free solution that works just as well in raised beds as it does along garden borders or beneath gravel paths. Plus, you’ll be protecting the planet by avoiding chemicals.

To keep the membrane securely in position, our galvanised U-shaped weed barrier pegs are the perfect companion. Rust-resistant and easy to push into the ground, they stop the fabric lifting or shifting in windy conditions, keeping your weed suppression layer exactly where it needs to be. Using pegs alongside the membrane gives you a neat, long-lasting finish that requires very little maintenance.

How to Get the Most from Your Weed Membrane

For most gardeners, the membrane and pegs work best as a pair. The membrane handles the weed suppression, and the pegs keep it anchored so it stays effective for longer, particularly in exposed or windy spots.

The weed control fabric suits a wide range of projects. Use it across raised vegetable beds to keep bare soil weed-free between planting seasons or along borders to protect established plants from competing growth. It also works well around the base of trees and shrubs, where weeding by hand is particularly awkward. Before you lay the membrane, it's worth making sure the ground is clear and level. Our garden tools have everything you need to get it ready.

When it comes to pegs, use more than you think you need. Space them generously around the edges, at any overlapping joins and anywhere the fabric might catch the wind. A well-secured membrane will outlast a loosely pinned one by years, so it's worth taking a few extra minutes during installation to get it right. The membrane allows water and nutrients through, so your plants won't miss out. See our garden watering range for hoses and spray options.