Live in Tacoma WA Area. Have 20-Year Old Heather Plants That Are Overgrown.

Question

Need to cut back plants; however, fiberous mat under plants is hard to remove. Any easy way to get rid of this mat? Any way to avoid it in the future?

Answer 1

The fibrous mat won't need to be moved. This article should help: http://www.gallowayheathers.com/heather-planting-instructions.asp