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from Fine Gardening July/August 2005 (#104)
Four Ways to Remove Sod
When starting a new bed, choose the method that suits you best
by Steve Carroll

When it comes to removing existing vegetation for a new bed or border, some methods are fast, some are slow. Some involve little effort while others can break your back. In this article, Steve Carroll, professor of botany at Truman State University and a master gardener, will explain four ways to remove sod or weeds and discuss the pros and cons for each method. Readers will be able to determine which method best suits their particular situation.

Photos: Steve Aitken

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From Fine Gardening #104, pp. 48-50
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