Don't gardeners just despise when weeds ruin the beauty of their gravelled areas and patios, much like how moss messes up their lawns? Scores of clever hacks for weed removal have been shared by gardening enthusiasts. There's a catch though. Traipse cautiously! The chemicals in these techniques may play spoilsport with your beloved plants or spell destruction for your home garden or patio ecosystem.
READ MORE: Expert pinpoints 'worst mistake you can make' when mowing lawn that's a 'recipe for disaster' READ MORE: Gardening expert shares 'absolute easiest' way to remove ivy and stop it returning One time-tested trick remains the use of white vinegar as a potent weed killer. However, Simon Wardle, patio expert at Armstrong Cheshire, advises against indiscriminate usage: "This is not always advisable, as the acid can damage the surface of the stones, particularly limestone or concrete pavers, as well as being harmful to wildlife and plants.", reports the Express .
Instead, Simon swears by a ridiculously simple, yet effective DIY method that will make garden lovers across the UK refill their cups with joy - using boiling kettle water/brews as the "perfect solution". Whether it's mature or new sprout weeds, rest assured, this hot trick "will remove unsightly weeds from your patio this summer - for free", says our expert. Simon said: "This targeted method not only means your patio will end up weed-free, but it ensures there's no damage to your patio, or the environment, as there is.