Weeds can be a nuisance in decorative gravel and patios , with a wide range of species, from grassy weeds like henbit and purslane to woody weeds like broadleaf or dandelion, taking up residence. Instead of resorting to store-bought weed killers, gardeners may be surprised to learn that there's a natural and effective way to eliminate these pests . One woman, frustrated with weeds overtaking her driveway, sought advice on the Gardening UK Facebook page.
Angel Choco asked: “Hi folks, is it worth putting down weed killer on my gravel now or would the rain just dilute any solutions? “Also wondering if anyone uses bleach solutions to kill weeds. I have a gravel driveway and hate using Resolva or Roundup due to the bad press of it causing health issues. Thanks.
” Fellow gardeners quickly responded in the comments section, advising Angel to avoid using bleach and instead opt for a natural approach. Some suggested vinegar, while the majority recommended using a combination of salt and boiling water to “kill” the weeds. Christopher Soper cautioned: “Bleach is a chemical too.
Different weed killers work in different ways, just make sure you follow instructions and avoid using chemicals not approved for the use.” Christine Howell suggested: “Keep away from the bleach and use boiling water and salt. In response, Cathrine Pettet endorsed the method, revealing: “Yes, This works really well.
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