Silage Tarp - 6 mil Reversible Black & White
$140.99 - $1,234.99
$5.96 per foot ($0.15 per sq ft)
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Returns can be made on most products within 30 days of purchase. After 30 days we are unable to offer a refund or exchange. Certain products are non-returnable. For full details visit our Returns Policy.
Shipping weight
Weight: 94.26 lb
Reversible Silage Tarp for Weed Control & Bed Prep
This 6 mil black and white silage tarp is a must-have for no-till, regenerative, and organic farmers. Designed to block light, suppress weeds, and protect soil structure, this reversible tarp helps you prepare clean planting beds without disturbing your soil biology. The black side provides full blackout for weed seed termination or photo-period control, while the reflective white side helps regulate soil temperature in tunnels and covered spaces.
Available in a range of sizes to fit your operation including a new garden-sized option. Need something more specific? Contact us for custom-cut options.
Features
- 100% light-blocking when used black side up
- Reflective white layer helps keep covered areas cooler
- Excellent for stale seedbed prep and organic weed suppression
- Custom cut to your needed length
- UV-resistant and rated for up to 3 years of exposure
- Withstands foot traffic and repeated field use
Note: This item is not eligible for returns.
A Proven Tool for No-Till Bed Prep
Kill weeds without disturbing your soil. By using silage tarps to fallow beds or prepare planting zones, growers can build soil health, reduce labor, and get a head start on the next planting—all without reaching for the tiller. Read more on this process.
Tips for Using Silage Tarps Effectively
- Weed Suppression: Lay tarp black side up for at least 3–6 weeks to smother weed seeds before planting.
- Moisture Retention: Use tarp as a mulch layer to keep soil moist during dry periods.
- Temperature Control: Use white side up in high tunnels to reflect heat and protect soil biology.
- Storage: Fold and store dry to extend tarp life between seasons.
- Safety Note: Secure edges with sandbags or weights to prevent wind lift.
Specifications
| Film Usage | Silage/Ground and Greenhouse Cover | |
| Width | Up to 54 ft | |
| Thickness | 6 mil | |
| Length | As Required | |
| Tensile Strength at break | MD/ ASTM D-882 23.0 MPa | TD/ ASTM D-882 25.0 MPa |
| Elongation at break | MD/ ASTM D-882 550% | TD/ ASTM D-882 650% |
| Tear Resistance | MD/ ASTM D1922 6000 Gr./mm. | TD/ ASTM D1922 9000 Gr./mm. |
| Falling dart drop impact | ASTM D-1709 750 Gram | |
| Light transmissions- PAR | ASTM D-1003 | 0 |
| Reflection- PAR | ASTM D-1003 | 70 |
Warranty
This plastic includes a 3-year manufacturer's warranty (when used as a fixed cover) and a 1-year warranty (when used as a mulch) against premature UV degradation.
Shipping via Motor Freight (Semi)
Rolls over 120 lbs. must ship via motor freight. We will notify you if your order requires this shipping method. Click here for information on freight delivery.
Because each order is custom cut, we cannot accept returns once the item has shipped.
Rated 4.95 out of 5 by 19 growers
Recent 4- and 5-star reviews. Read all 19 reviews →
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5 out of 5 stars
Silage Tarp
Everything we purchase from Bootstrap Farm is of the highest quality!
Tracy T., November 2024 -
5 out of 5 stars
Just finished tucking my garden to bed with my new Silage Tarp!
What a game changer. Every year, I have tried things like straw or cover crops to cover my garden bed, to keep the weeds out. Killing the weed seeds before I plant, is wonderful. Already, the heat from under the tarp is gathering. If you touch the top of the tarp right now, you can feel the warmth. I am already excited about next year's garden.
Sandra A., October 2023 -
5 out of 5 stars
Made in the shade
Works very well as a total shade block for our patio and for covering idle plots.
Vincent G., June 2023 -
5 out of 5 stars
I have 1 issue, but am happy I purchased
This is very hard to unroll and figure out how to best to spread it, even with 2 people— this is quite the workout spreading this in the field. Got it done but it took hours for us to get it flat and in place.
Nadine R., June 2022 -
5 out of 5 stars
My second purchase
I liked it perfectly fine .I've made other purchases and have always been 100 percent satisfied
Ramona P., June 2022