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Upa Creek, MO

I have been out of the loop for a bit and was wondering what the consensus these days is for weeding?

Eliminate weeds, and risk compromising root structure on a well established plant?

Leave weeds, and risk them absorbing nutrients and reducing potential size of the AGs?

Thanks!

4/18/2025 7:24:09 PM

Syracuse, NY

Just imagine if anyone spent the money on merely walking boards to cover as much of the growing area as possible.
No weeds THERE and what weeds would grow would supplement the growing environment of the vines and such, as long as the weeds themselves were not of a variety that would become taller (thereby using up said nutrients) than the AG leaves themselves. Minimal weeding, practically NO soil compaction and so on. My dream. Don't wake me up, lol. eg

[Last edit: 04/19/25 3:46:25 AM]

4/19/2025 3:45:56 AM

Eugene,OR

I think weeding is essential…it is just part of the deal.

4/19/2025 9:49:09 AM

Ironton, ohio

I weed the best I can as the plant grows out, once it fills its allotted area and secondaries press up against the fence it becomes tough to get into the older areas of plant to weed. Weeding is on the list of things I hope to be better at this season, only time will tell if it leads to heavier fruit. Good luck everyone!

4/19/2025 11:50:54 AM