SYNOVA DuraGuard Landscape Fabric is a thermally-bonded, premium, commercial landscape fabric for multiple applications including flower bed installation, patio and paver underlayment, drainage control, ground stabilization under pavement, subsurface drains and filtration, and general soil separation. It features excellent puncture resistance, a high strength-to-weight ratio and excellent dimensional stability. DuraGuard allows water, nutrients and fertilizers through for improved plant growth. It is easy to install, resistant to damage from insects and rodents, and will not mildew or rot. This fabric should be covered with rock, mulch or another topical covering to avoid degradation over a long period of time.