Charles, thanks again for your time and knowledge. Your new book is the only one I have yet to purchase and read – Xmas is just on the horizon tho……..
I may do half paper mulch and half black plastic as a little experiment. The results could be interesting.
Little couch grass but plenty of horse tail 
so if I have some cardboard I’ll probably add it for good measure.
I am very much enjoying my own ‘grow my own’ revolution and find your books both helpful and inspirational.
Cheers,
Tris