Gardener's three ingredient homemade 'weed killer' spray stops them returning for good
dailyrecord.co.ukA gardener's three-ingredient homemade 'weed killer' spray is being touted as a permanent solution to pesky garden invaders.If you're gearing up for some garden grooming as the summer approaches, you'll likely be facing the common issue of weeds that have taken root during the damp winter months.These unwelcome guests can mar the appearance of any garden space, especially when they sprout between patio slabs.Fortunately, there's a straightforward and cost-effective method to eradicate these weeds using a simple concoction made from items typically found in your kitchen.This nifty trick was shared on the Mrs Hinch Gardening Tips Facebook group, following a plea for help: "I have numerous weeds coming through my block paving.
I'm fed up of weeding them all to be just as bad the next week. Any ideas please? ".Members of the group were quick to respond with their suggestions, with a popular recommendation being a mixture of white vinegar, washing-up liquid, and salt.
This blend is said to not only kill the weeds but also prevent their return. Join the Daily Record's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. One member confirmed: "I use white vinegar, washing-up liquid and salt.
It works fab; I swear by it.", reports the Mirror. Another chimed in with a similar recipe: "Salt, vinegar, water and washing-up liquid mixed and sprayed on the area."A third person offered further advice on preventing weeds from returning, saying: "One of the reasons weeds grow through block paving is because the silicone sand needs replacing."I only use distilled white vinegar, table salt and washing-up liquid mixed water to eradicate these problem weeds naturally.
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