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The Last Straw – What Kills Weeds Permanently?

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So you’ve had enough of these dang weeds coming back year after year. You’re wondering what kills weeds permanently. And, no matter who you ask, you’re getting all sorts of different answers.

In this article we’re going to share some cutting-edge info on how to kill weeds permanently. On top of that, we’re going to provide you with some of the most environmentally friendly solutions. In other words, we’ll tell you what kills weeds permanently without killing your yard, the environment, or future generations.

Why People Are Asking What Kills Weeds Permanently

Weeds are the bane of many gardeners. They find that no matter what they do, weeds seem to come back year after year. This can be for many reasons.

  • Some weeds have complex root systems that need to be destroyed. Otherwise, they’ll just pop back up again.
  • Weeds are often great at self-seeding. If weeds reach the seeding stage, there’s no telling how many will pop up.
  • Some weeds may look like they’re dead but still have enough vigor to perk up again next season.

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As you can see, there are many reasons that people are interested in finding a more permanent solution for their weeds.

Solutions & DIY Ideas to Kill Weeds Permanently

These are some of the best DIY and homemade solutions that you can employ to kill weeds permanently.

  • Use vinegar. Vinegar is one of the tried-and-true natural remedies for killing weeds. You’ll want to use something stronger than regular, food-grade vinegar, which is only 5% acetic acid. Shoot for something stronger – vinegar can be found in hardware stores or gardening shops in concentrations as high as 20%.
    • Add some dishwashing liquid to your mixture. This ingredient makes it easier for the vinegar to stick to the weeds. This way, the weeds will absorb more vinegar and die faster.
  • Use salt. Salt is a simple solution for killing weeds, and it’s something that nearly everyone has at home. Mix salt with warm water and douse your weeds with it. This will dry them up and prevent nutrients from making their way out of the soil and into the leaves.
    • Remember that salt can interfere with the health of the soil, so don’t use too much if you’re planning to grow things here in the future.
  • H0t water. If you’re dealing with smaller weeds that haven’t developed a strong root system, you can steam them with hot water. Simply boil some water in a kettle and bring it outside along with a bowl or a pot.Pour the hot water on the weeds you intend to kill and then quickly flip the bowl/pot upside down and place it atop the weed. This will capture the steam and effectively cook the weed.

If you really want to make sure that these weeds aren’t going to come back, you can combine the above methods. Salt, vinegar, and heat will absolutely destroy any weeds.

Conclusion

There are lots of ways that you can kill weeds permanently without risking the health of your grass or garden. The natural alternatives described in this article are affordable, environmentally-friendly, and just about as effective as anything else.

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