Weed Shield - 1x10m

Keep your garden maintenance-free with our professional-grade Weed Shield - 1x10m. Perfect for under gravel, pebbles, and stepping stones. Prevents weed growth while allowing soil to breathe. Shop online or visit us in-store today!

The Role of Weed Shield with Pebbles & Stepping Stones

1. Prevents "Sinking" and Soil Mixing

Without a barrier, heavy stepping stones and small pebbles will naturally migrate downward into the soil over time due to rain and foot traffic.

The Result: Your beautiful grey slate or white pebbles eventually turn into a muddy mess.

The Solution: Weed shield acts as a stabilizing layer, keeping the stones on top and the dirt underneath.

2. Blocks Weed Growth from Below

While some weed seeds blow in from the top, many are already dormant in the soil.

The Result: Weeds growing up through pebbles are incredibly difficult to pull because their roots wrap around the stones.

The Solution: The fabric creates a physical blockade that prevents buried seeds from reaching the sunlight they need to germinate.

3. Superior Drainage and Aeration

Unlike using a solid plastic sheet (which causes puddling and "sour" soil), high-quality weed shield is permeable.

The Result: Water drains through the pebbles and fabric into the ground, preventing "swamping" around your stepping stones.

The Solution: It keeps the area dry and stable, which prevents the stones from becoming slippery or shifting in standing water.