Originally Posted by mamahippychicky
I usually put down a really thick layer of newspaper when making the raised garden beds and cover with the soil/compost mix. I've never had any problems. Happy Gardening :)
I've used the newspaper weedblock method quite a few times and it really works. Found a Sunday editon of the New York Times worked great, first I pull out abut 10 or 12 sheets, wet them with the hose and then laid them them overl the weeds and rock before adding your garden soil.