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Weeds poking through your gravel can really spoil the look of your garden. If you're battling with these annoying intruders, which can also threaten the health of nearby plants by stifling their growth, there are several strategies you might consider. Sprinkling iodized salt over the affected areas can effectively kill off weeds, but beware this method can render the soil barren for years to come.

Pouring boiling water directly onto the weeds is another effective, natural solution. Simply boil up some water and pour it over the weeds to annihilate them. For minor weed issues, the best approach might be the old-fashioned way: pulling them out by hand, according to advice from Today's Homeowner.



Previously, a tip was shared claiming to eradicate weeds from gravel permanently, reports the Express . A gardening enthusiast, eager for a DIY weed-killing solution, took to social media to seek advice on using two common household items. Carley Meadow inquired: "Hi, I've got white vinegar and salt.

How do you apply them to weeds on a gravel driveway? Are they mixed together? ". To make the white vinegar and salt solution effective against gravel weeds, seasoned gardeners recommend adding washing-up liquid. Jennifer Hill advised: "You must add washing-up liquid to it for the salt and vinegar to stick to the weeds.

" Mike Turner suggested: "Mix the vinegar and salt with dish soap as that's what helps them grab onto the weeds and kill them for good." Anne Rodgers added her tip: "Salt, vin.

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