Dad's homemade 'weed killer recipe' works in 24 hours and clears patios

27 May 2024 , 06:22

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Weeds can be plentiful in the garden at this time of year (stock photo) (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

With summer on the way lots of people have been admiring the flowers popping up in their gardens but many will have also noticed some dreaded weeds starting to appear.

They can crop up anywhere, from your lawn and flower beds to paving stones, patios and driveways. One dad, however, claims to have found the answer to banishing pesky weeds from your driveway, using a simple homemade "weed killer recipe". Sharing the simple solution on Reddit, the user said the concoction, which uses common household ingredients, is "much cheaper" than brand-name weed killers and "isn't harmful to critters".

However, he did warn that it may not be suitable for areas where you want to grow other plants. To banish weeds the natural way, the dad revealed that all you need to do is mix a gallon of vinegar with a cup of salt and two tablespoons of liquid dish soap opting for an eco-friendly soap to keep the solution natural.

Once you've mixed the three ingredients together, pour them into a spray bottle and spritz the affected areas, leaving them to soak. The high concentration of acetic acid in the vinegar will dehydrate the weeds, causing them to dry up. For best results, use vinegar with a high percentage of acetic acid, ideally between 10 and 20 per cent, reports the Express.

Likewise, salt acts to dehydrate the plants and disrupt the internal water balance of the plant's cells. As it is water-soluble, it works best when mixed with a liquid and applied, making it easier for the weeds to absorb. Dish soap serves as a binder, aiding the vinegar and salt to adhere to the plant's leaves. Under this combination, the weed should perish.

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