why did my raised bed suddenly stop sprouting weeds this year?

Last spring, my raised garden bed was a mess of weeds. I spent hours pulling them, only to see more pop up every week. This year, I tried something new. I laid down landscaping fabric before adding my soil. It felt a little weird covering the whole bed, but I cut holes for my veggies and hoped for the best. Now, my tomatoes and peppers are thriving, and I barely see any weeds. Water drains just fine, and I spend more time admiring my plants than yanking out invaders. I never thought a simple layer of fabric could make such a difference. My weekends are way more relaxing, and my garden looks better than ever. #gardening #raisedbeds #weedcontrol