Dandelions in the lawn or moss between patio tiles\u2014these weeds are considered undesirable and often grow where we don’t want them. To get rid of them, there are several natural solutions. Chemical herbicides can be effective, but they are still harmful to the environment. For weeding between paving stones and tiles, here’s a foolproof trick that will delight gardeners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s wonderful to sunbathe in a garden filled with beautiful, lush plants or on a well-equipped and decorated terrace that makes you want to soak up the sun. Gardening enthusiasts understand this: to enjoy these exquisite moments, you have to care for and maintain your garden. For this, it’s important, in addition to having a green thumb, to eradicate the weeds that invade the green space and give it a drab appearance, allowing the plants to grow properly and flourish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Using what you already have in your cupboards, you can create a natural herbicide that’s free of the chemicals found in chemical herbicides<\/strong> , which are harmful to your health and healthy garden plants. Therefore, these more eco-friendly alternatives can perform the same weeding task but in a healthier and less expensive way for your plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read also:<\/strong> How to make a natural herbicide with baking soda and vinegar?<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s about using simple, natural, and affordable ingredients to keep weeds at bay. To make your own homemade herbicide soap, you will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mix the ingredients in a spray bottle and spray this mixture every three days on the weeds, preferably during the sunniest hours of the day to burn them. This natural treatment will also repel mosquitoes, flies, and other insects that are bothered by the pungent smell of vinegar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You should also know that this homemade product won’t be completely effective against perennial weeds like quackgrass the first time. Its effect will become noticeable over time, significantly reducing the growth of these plants. Without harming the environment, you’ll gradually get rid of them and no longer see them invading your green space or damaging your other plants and lawn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can substitute the dishwasher detergent with 2 liters of water and add 3 liters of white vinegar and one kilo of salt. Proceed in the same way as the previous method, always in hot, sunny weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Used alone, coarse salt can be a great help in fighting weeds\u2014those unwanted plants that take up residence between your patio tiles. So simply sprinkle it on the unwanted plants to get rid of them. Fine salt can also do the trick for organic, efficient, and economical weeding, making it a delight for any budding gardener. After a few days, these unwanted plants will be eliminated by desiccation. In fact, when the salt penetrates the soil, it sterilizes it and prevents the plants from growing back . Therefore, it’s important to use it only on the tiles and not in the green spaces of the garden<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Used alone or in combination with other ingredients, vinegar is a perfect natural herbicide containing acetic acid. It is recommended for use only on paving stones and flagstones,<\/strong> as this natural and eco-friendly product does not differentiate between weeds and other plants. Pour it into a spray bottle and you can spray it on unwanted plants, preferably when the sun’s rays are shining on your garden. However, avoid rainy days, as the rain can wash away the vinegar before it can exert its amazing effect<\/p>\n\n\n\n Vodka is also an excellent alternative for eliminating unwanted plants. To do this, mix a little vodka with a tablespoon of dish soap and spray this mixture on the areas to be treated on sunny days. You’ll say goodbye to the weeds that dirty your paving stones and garden paths<\/p>\n\n\n\n This flour is considered a weed killer and will prevent seeds from germinating. Sprinkle it on weed-covered paving stones; at the same time, it will prevent these weeds from growing back in those places<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like cornstarch, baking soda helps control weeds. This biodegradable white powder dissolves into cracks as it works its magic on the soil. After a few days, these unwanted plants will be nothing but a bad memor<\/p>\n\n\n\n An economical and ecological method, boiling water is considered particularly effective for getting rid of weeds. An hour after pouring it over the areas to be treated, the weeds lose their vitality and dry out. Then, the next day, they are much easier to remove with just a broom<\/p>\n\n\n\n Furthermore, the water used to cook vegetables can also be used for this particularly arduous task. Simply collect the filtered vegetable water<\/strong> and pour it over the weeds. The water from cooked pasta, like that from vegetables, also acts as a natural herbicide. By pouring this water over gravel or decking tiles, you’ll say goodbye to all the harmful plants. Finally, another method involves using the water used to cook potatoes<\/strong> , which works in the same way and combats weeds.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Dandelions in the lawn or moss between patio tiles\u2014these weeds are considered undesirable and often grow where we don’t want them. 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Other tips for naturally weeding your garden and patio<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Coarse Salt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Vinegar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Vodka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
cornmeal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Baking Soda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Boiling water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n