Old cardboard boxes may seem like trash to some, but for gardeners in North America, they can be a valuable resource that helps to create a thriving garden while saving time, money, and effort.

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Don’t ditch those cardboard boxes; instead, put them to use in your garden, smothering out weeds, creating perfectly prepared soil, and composting in the process. “Using cardboard is a sustainable ...