These bothersome cardboard boxes can create something stunning for your garden plants while also not being wasteful.

Sheet mulching with cardboard is the secret to fewer weeds and fuss-free plant-bed prep. Don’t ditch those cardboard boxes; instead, put them to use in your garden, smothering out weeds ...

Since cardboard boxes are often made up of a raw paper material without any protective coating, it’s not ideal for all settings such as areas where it’s likely to get wet.

How Old Cardboard Boxes Can Help Your Garden. Patricia Shannon. April 17, 2025 at 4:30 AM. ... In the morning, you can lift the cardboard and scoop up gathered pests by hand (or shovel).