Sheet Mulching (Lasagna Gardening)
Convert lawn, weedy ground, or compacted soil into a productive garden bed without digging. Layers of cardboard and organic matter suppress weeds, improve soil biology, and create fertile growing conditions over 2-6 months.
Version History
Version 1.0 Current
Effective: 2026-03-24Initial version
Procedure Details
Safety & Hazards
No significant hazards. Wear gloves if handling manure. Check cardboard for staples and remove plastic tape before use.
Preparation Notes
Materials needed per square metre:
- Cardboard (uncoated, tape and staples removed) — enough to overlap completely
- Nitrogen layer: 5-10cm of manure, grass clippings, or food scraps
- Carbon layer: 15-20cm of straw, leaves, or wood chips
- Compost: 5-10cm of finished compost (optional but speeds results)
- Water source
Best started 2-6 months before planting. Autumn is ideal for spring planting.
Procedure Steps (Version 1.0)
No steps defined for this version.