My Nana Swears By This DIY Weed Killer Recipe — Here’s How It Works
If there’s one thing my Nana doesn’t tolerate in her perfectly kept garden, it’s weeds. But instead of reaching for chemical sprays or pricey store-bought solutions, she uses something way more old-school — and honestly, way more effective.
This DIY weed killer is simple, natural, and it works like a charm. I had no idea how powerful it was until I tried it myself. Now I totally get why she swears by it — and why her flower beds always look flawless.
🌿 The Simple 3-Ingredient Recipe
Here’s what you’ll need — and chances are, you already have it all in your kitchen:
1 gallon of white vinegar (5% acidity works, but stronger concentrations act faster)
1 cup of salt (regular table salt is fine)
1 tablespoon of dish soap (any brand will do)
Directions:
Mix all ingredients together in a large spray bottle or garden sprayer.
Shake well until the salt dissolves.
Spray directly onto weeds on a sunny day (the hotter, the better for quick results).
Avoid spraying plants you want to keep — this stuff is non-selective!
🌞 How It Works
Each ingredient in this combo plays a role:
Vinegar: The main weed-killing agent. Its acidity draws moisture out of the plant, essentially drying it up.
Salt: Boosts the drying effect and prevents regrowth by disrupting the soil’s ability to support weeds.
Dish Soap: Helps the solution stick to leaves so it doesn’t just roll off — giving the vinegar and salt time to do their job.
Within hours, most small weeds wilt and die. Tougher weeds may take a day or two or need a second round.
⚠️ A Few Tips from Nana Herself
Target only where needed: This isn’t for your whole lawn. It can damage soil for other plants too, so spray carefully.
Best used in cracks, gravel paths, patios, or driveways — anywhere weeds pop up where nothing should grow.
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