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How do I get rid of grass growing between pavers?

Scott Johnson
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Scott Johnson is the Owner and Lead Design Consultant for Concrete Creations, Inc., an award-winning landscape and design company based in the San Diego, California metro area. He has over 30 years of experience in the pool and landscape construction industry and specializes in large estate outdoor environment construction projects. His work has been featured in San Diego Home & Garden Magazine and on Pool Kings TV Show. He earned a BS degree in Construction Management with an emphasis in Architecture and CAD design from Northern Arizona University.

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After you dig the grass out, powerwash your pavers without blowing the layer of sand away. Then, use a paver sealing product to cover the gaps between the pavers. There are 3-5 paver sealants out there, but they all work more or less the same. Reseal your pavers every fall or spring before it starts raining a lot and you won't see any grass or weeds popping up between the pavers.

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Can I use Buffalo grass?

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Yes, it's a pretty good low grass. It can be clumpy even in tight areas, but definitely see if it works for you and in your area.

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How do I cut this grass and keep it short?

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Just lower the mower to its lowest setting. If that's not short enough, then you'll need to use a string trimmer. In order to keep the grass healthy and not scalp it, your dirt should be at the bottom of the pavers or the pavers should just lay on top of the dirt.

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Can I put weed preventer paper under the pavers, leaving soil for the grass between the pavers?

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Sure, but it won't do anything at all. The pavers will block more than any paper or plastic.

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Are there other things I can plant between pavers?

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You can plant various types of moss or other low-growing ground covers, and that way you won't even have to mow.

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Does it need full sunlight, or is shade OK?

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You'd be best served to have dappled sunlight at a minimum. Otherwise, other ground covers can be considered if there isn't a lawn grass that will tolerate too little light in your particular region. What's growing in the location currently? If it's currently a paved surface without space for vegetation, try experimenting with some varieties of grass prior to executing the entire task.

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