Removing Grass from Unmortared Brick Patio: Ecological vs. Chemical

Large sand-set brick patio overgrown with grass. Family wants to torch it (ineffective). Asks for root-kill method preventing return.

Ecological Method

Black plastic sheeting over entire area until grass dies. Slow but chemical-free.

Systemic herbicide (glyphosate/Roundup). Translocates to roots. Biodegrades in soil within 48 hours.

Jonathan

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