There are many ideas for maintaining a garden in the best conditions.
And geotextile felt is one of them.
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What is geotextile felt?
It is a large tarpaulin, a synthetic mulching fabric made from polypropylene or biodegradable materials such as jute or coconut fiber, rot-proof.
A kind of large white, gray or black fabric, very resistant because it does not tear, except with the help of a cutter, if the weight is important.
This quality of resistance to the attacks of pebbles and stones, for example, allows it to separate the materials from each other.
And over the extent of the surface covered, it thus reinforces the stability of the load which is better distributed, which can be important in certain configurations.
What is the use of geotextile in the garden?
There are several uses for geotextile felt in your garden.
It can allow separation between two or more layers of soil.
For example, for plants that are not favorable to calcareous soil, the geotextile felt will make it possible to make a separation and put the soil adapted to the chosen plant.
The geotextile stabilizes the soil and prevents the appearance of weeds.
Without light, the latter will not be able to develop as they usually do.
It also makes it possible to slow down the spread and invasion of roots of certain plants such as mint or bamboo, by setting a limit.
Read alsoHow to eliminate weeds between the slabs?
It keeps the gravels above the ground.
So that it does not end up underground by dint of walking on it, the felt will form an intermediate layer.
It also protects a pool cover, for example, from any stones and pebbles or roots and also ensures better waterproofing.
For the pool, it can be installed between the base and the liner for better sealing.
The geotextile is also used to install a basin.
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The geotextile tarpaulin also makes it possible to resist the various meteorological factors.
Finally, it serves as a protective bottom in the vegetable plots.
To prevent soil and humidity from rotting the wooden container of the urban vegetable garden, the geotextile felt forms a barrier between the materials.
Read alsoHow to prepare a vegetable patch?
Does water pass through the geotextile?
Geotextile felt is permeable, so water can flow through, allowing for better moisture homogeneity.
This gives it a draining function.
Where to get geotextile felt?
Sold in the form of a roll, it is sold in specialist and DIY stores.
It is also available on the Internet.
