They’re always there testing our patience with their sneaky ways – coming up where they don’t belong or creeping in when it’s hard to pull them out by the roots!
There are many chemical sprays available for fighting weeds; yet not all these may be safe on your garden (especially if you have children playing outside). So what do we do then?
Why salt itself might just work perfectly well as an effective way kill those stubborn Weeds? Read on to find out!
Can You Kill Weeds with Salt?
As weird as it sounds, salt can be helpful around your garden. The best way to use salt for gardening is carefully and judiciously.
Because it dehydrates plants, you should only add small amounts at a time in order not to affect the internal water balance of your plant cells or create an unfavorable soil condition that will last longer than necessary.
How to Use Salt to Kill Weeds
Be extra careful when applying salt to your plants, as it can damage nearby vegetation.
Apply the solution using a funnel and avoid splattering any of it on yourself or anything else in its path; this will help keep you from getting burned by an accidental misstep!
After application make sure all nearby plants are well-drenched so they don’t get dehydrated too quickly.
Caution: A popular question asked by gardeners is “Can I pour salt on the ground to kill weeds?” This isn’t really a good practice, since it can easily damage vegetation and soil too.
The best way to get rid of your pesky weed infestation is by applying diluted salts directly onto them or sprinkling only enough for one treatment at a time–never use more than what you would need in order not overdo it!