Weed Control & Moisture Retention Fabric

Product Features

The key feature of this fabric is its dual functionality:weed suppression and moisture retention.By providing physical shade,it lowers soil surface temperature,thereby significantly reducing water evaporation caused by sunlight and wind.Its woven structure ensures water permeability while creating a relatively humid micro-environment between the fabric layer and the soil surface.Some high-end products incorporate hydrophilic masterbatch into the raw materials or use a special double-layer structure to further enhance water retention.Using this product can extend irrigation intervals,conserve water resources,with effects being particularly noticeable during high summer temperatures.Additionally,stable humidity benefits soil microbial activity and promotes healthy root development.

Product Specifications

The specifications for moisture retention fabric are similar to standard weed control fabric,but its performance focuses more on the material's water retention and micro-environment regulation capabilities.The weight range is typically between 90 gsm and 130 gsm to ensure adequate coverage and durability.The material is mostly PP or HDPE,but often features a tighter weave or hydrophilic modification.The color is predominantly black to combine optimal light-blocking for weed control with cooling effects.Common widths include 1 meter,1.2 meters,1.6 meters,etc.,suitable for various bed planting systems.When selecting,users can pay attention to its"water retention rate"or related test reports and compare them with standard fabric.

Product Applications

This product is especially suitable for moisture-sensitive crops and water-scarce areas.In vegetable cultivation,such as strawberries,lettuce,and cucumbers,laying it between plant rows effectively maintains bed surface moisture,promoting fruit expansion and quality improvement.In fruit tree cultivation,such as young citrus or apple trees,covering the tree basin reduces watering frequency and improves survival rates.In flower seedling propagation and potted plant production,laying it on seedbeds or under pots stabilizes substrate moisture,improving seedling uniformity.Furthermore,in slope greening and ecological restoration projects,it can suppress weeds while providing necessary moisture conditions for seed germination and seedling growth.