Agrofabric is a type of agrotextile, a woven fabric to prevent the growth of weeds, retain moisture in the soil, and retain heat.
Unlike alternative mulching methods, the fabric does not create unnecessary debris on the site, and has many advantages: more than one season can be used;
protects plant roots from rodents; creates an optimal microclimate; contributes to the best presentation of fruits; resistant to bacteria and microorganisms;
safe for human health, does not cause allergic reactions; protects from frost.
Agrofabric for mulching retains moisture in the soil. It should also be noted that textiles are a material that can be of different sickness and density. Depending on these characteristics, various models are chosen for operation in various climatic conditions.
Agrotextiles are also used as a substrate. Textile creates a reliable barrier and prevents this germination. Plants are covered with textiles for the winter or seedlings in the spring to protect the roots and leaves from frost. Characteristic properties of this material: resistance to mechanical damage, strength; long service life; resistance to pathogenic microorganisms; promote heat transfer.
Scope of use
The main function of the canvases is to mulch the soil from weeds. But due to its high density and tensile strength, the material has found wide application in landscape design.
Many choose to plant strawberries on agrofabric, but this use is justified only when it comes to growing large berry plantations. In farms, dozens of workers take care of the plantations; accordingly, they will not take care of the protection used.
Wear-resistant fabrics will withstand repeated physical impact and are suitable for use for 3-4 or more seasons. That is, in such situations, the costs will be justified.
In your own garden, you need to buy agrofabric with a density of 50 g / m2. Of course, spun bond is less wear-resistant, but with careful use it will last more than one season.
Agrofabric with a density of 85 and above g/m2 is more suitable for:
Mulching melons, grapes, vegetables.
Care for these plants is required constantly, so it is important that the covering material withstand repeated physical impact; Laying under fruit trees and shrubs.
The canvas withstand low temperature, so you don't have to remove it for the winter.
Arrangement of paths and lawns.