How Do You Kill Grass with Plastic

What is solarization? Solarization is the process of placing a clear plastic tarp over a field, garden bed or lawn to heat up the soil underneath. The intention of solarization is to kill weeds or grass, though it can have added benefits of reducing pathogen populations in the soil.

Can you kill grass by covering it with plastic?

Yes, you can kill weeds with plastic. The technique is called sheet mulching or soil solarization and is a terrific organic (yes, the plastic is environmentally unfriendly but it can be saved for reuse over and over) and no fuss way to rid a potential garden space of weeds.

How do you kill grass with plastic sheets?

Setting up to solarize: After the lawn is mowed short, water thoroughly to saturate the soil one to two feet deep, then cover the lawn in clear plastic. This will kill all the grass, weeds, and other vegetation. We use the sun’s rays to power our houses, heat water, and even run cars.