{"id":78227,"date":"2024-05-31T11:02:44","date_gmt":"2024-05-31T04:02:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefinejournal.com\/?p=78227"},"modified":"2024-05-31T11:02:44","modified_gmt":"2024-05-31T04:02:44","slug":"this-killed-all-my-weeds-in-my-sidewalk-diy-3-ingredient-weed-killer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefinejournal.com\/this-killed-all-my-weeds-in-my-sidewalk-diy-3-ingredient-weed-killer\/","title":{"rendered":"This Killed All My Weeds in My Sidewalk: DIY 3 Ingredient Weed Killer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Weeds can be a persistent nuisance, especially when they sprout between the cracks of your sidewalk. Commercial weed killers can be expensive and often contain harmful chemicals. If you&rsquo;re looking for an effective, natural solution, this DIY weed killer made with just three simple ingredients is perfect.\n</p><p><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-78233 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/thefinejournal.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/05%5C/istockphoto-1242195564-612x612-1.jpeg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"612\"' height='\"408\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/thefinejournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/istockphoto-1242195564-612x612-1.jpeg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h3>It&rsquo;s easy to prepare and use, and best of all, it&rsquo;s non-toxic and safe for your family and pets. Here&rsquo;s how to make and use this powerful weed killer.\n<h4>Ingredients and Their Benefits:\n</h4></h3><p style='\"padding-left:'><strong>White Vinegar:\n<ul>\n<li style='\"list-style-type:' none>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Acetic Acid: The high acidity of white vinegar helps to break down the cell walls of weeds, causing them to dry out and die.\n<li><strong>Non-Toxic: Unlike commercial herbicides, white vinegar is safe and environmentally friendly.\n\n\n\n<p style='\"padding-left:'><strong>Epsom Salt or Table Salt:\n<ul>\n<li style='\"list-style-type:' none>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dehydrating Effect: Salt dehydrates weeds by drawing moisture out of their cells, effectively killing them.\n<li><strong>Soil Sterilant: Salt can prevent new weeds from growing in treated areas for a while, reducing the need for frequent applications.\n\n\n\n<p style='\"padding-left:'><strong>Dawn Dishwashing Soap:\n<ul>\n<li style='\"list-style-type:' none>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Surfactant: The soap helps the vinegar and salt solution stick to the weeds, ensuring better absorption and effectiveness.\n<li><strong>Penetration: It breaks down the waxy surface of weeds, allowing the solution to penetrate more deeply.\n\n\n\n<h3>DIY Weed Killer Recipe:\n</h3><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"aligncenter' size-full wp-image-78232 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/thefinejournal.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/05%5C/weeds-sidewalk.jpeg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"735\"' height='\"963\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/thefinejournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/weeds-sidewalk.jpeg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p><strong>Ingredients:\n<ul>\n<li>1 gallon of white vinegar\n</li><li>2 cups of Epsom salt or table salt\n</li><li>\u00bc cup of Dawn dishwashing soap\n\n<p><strong>Instructions:\n<ul>\n<li>Pour the white vinegar, Epsom salt, and Dawn dishwashing soap into a large spray bottle.\n</li><li>Shake the bottle thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.\n</li><li>Let the mixture settle for about 2 minutes before using it.\n\n<h4><strong>Application Tips:\n<h5>Effective Spraying:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Timing: For best results, spray the weeds in the afternoon when they are dry and not damp from morning dew.\n<li><strong>Thorough Coverage: Make sure to soak the entire weed with the solution. This ensures that the mixture penetrates deeply and kills the weed effectively.\n<li><strong>Observation: Let the sprayed area sit for a day. After 24 hours, you should notice the weeds wilting and turning brown. Reapply if necessary for particularly stubborn weeds.\n<li><strong>Precautions: Be careful when spraying near desirable plants, as this solution can harm them as well.\n\n<h5>Additional Notes:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Storage: If you have leftover solution, you can store it in the spray bottle for future use. Just shake it well before the next application.\n<li><strong>Environmental Impact: This DIY weed killer is safe for the environment and won&rsquo;t harm pets or children who might play near the treated areas.\n<li><strong>Preventive Measure: Regular application can help maintain weed-free sidewalks and reduce the growth of new weeds.\n\n<p>Keeping your sidewalks free of weeds doesn&rsquo;t have to be a daunting task. With this simple DIY 3-ingredient weed killer, you can easily and effectively eliminate weeds without resorting to harsh chemicals.\n</p><p>This natural solution is not only cost-effective but also safe for your home environment. Try it out and enjoy the satisfaction of a clean, weed-free sidewalk.\n</p><p>Happy gardening!\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>Weeds can be a persistent nuisance, especially when they sprout between the cracks of your sidewalk. Commercial weed killers can be expensive and often contain harmful chemicals. If you&rsquo;re looking for an effective, natural solution, this DIY weed killer made with just three simple ingredients is perfect. 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