Doff Advanced Concentrated Weedkiller 10 x 80ml sachets

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Its real strength, though, is that it can control weeds that other weed killers tend to struggle with, including horsetail/mare’s tail and ground elder, as it did on an overgrown bank and a disused veg bed where other weed killers had failed miserably. It’s a good bet if you need a powerful weed killer but you don’t want to spray something really nasty on your plot. The results may take some time to appear initially, with the weed killer taking around 1-2 weeks to fully work its way through the outer extremities and into the weed system. Bigger weeds may take even longer, so always be patient and give the weed killer time to work, as it may take up to 4 weeks for complete contorl to happen.

It does contain glyphosate, which is toxic to ponds and pollinators. It’s broken down into the soil so isn’t bad for the environment in that sense, but you do need to be careful to keep children and pets off the affected area until it’s dried. Some weeds can be killed by simply pouring hot water over them. This can be effective on patios and driveways but will scald grass if used on the lawn. READ NEXT: How to Clear a Garden Full of Weeds Ingredients Commonly Found in Selective Weed Killers One downside of this weed killer is that it makes the soil unusable for a period of time. This is fairly disappointing if you’re wanting to get planting. The instructions state that it takes a ‘growing season’ to wear off, meaning potentially an entire spring or summer! Natural weed killer is any weed killer made from natural ingredients. While these tend to be less effective than industrial strength weed killers, they are safer to use on your lawn and kinder to wildlife. More details can be found about the ingredients found in commercial natural weed killers in the “Ingredients in Weed Killers” section below.I looked at the chemicals in Weedol and from my research, I believe it will be effective against 99% of the weeds most commonly found in UK lawns but I know from my past use that there are a few species of weeds that won’t respond to it (mostly non-broad-leaved weeds).

As a result, slightly more preparation is required than with ready-to-go weed killers. You’ll need to mix 15 ml of Weedol weed killer with 1 L of water in a watering can with a fine rose before applying it to the lawn. Longevity: Any weed killers that needed to be reapplied after rain were significantly marked down, as this doubled the time you’d have to spend on weed killing. Weed killers that killed the entire plant, including the roots, were rated the best, as these are the only products that ensure long-lasting results.

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The bottle of weed killer automatically dispenses out pre-measured amounts of the concentrated product. Although some thought is still required whilst making up the diluted formula, it’s easier than a classic free-pour dispenser.

One disadvantage of using this weed killer is that you have to be careful with disposing of your grass clippings. Because of the chemicals used, grass clippings should not be disposed of in the standard council-collected green waste. If you choose to compost them , they need to be composted for at least 9 months before being suitable to use as mulch on the garden.

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Also, be mindful of their location in relation to other plants you have. If you’re controlling a flower bed or vegetable patch then you will want to choose a selective weed killer that won’t damage your plants. Safety The best weed killer will show visible results within 1 – 2 days. My advice is to look for a large capacity that will treat a surface area of at least 100 m² as these will generally offer the best value for money. Prioritise weed killers that kill the entire plant, including the roots, to prevent the weed from re-sprouting . Also, note whether there are multiple types of weeds or a large volume of a single type. If it’s a lot different weeds then be sure to choose a non-selective killer! Weed Location

On the plus side, the fact that this product isn’t left in the ground means that the treated areas can be sown or planted again relatively soon after using the product.

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Dicamba – effective against broadleaf weeds like milkweed, as well as woodier plants like brambles. This weed killer is very effective, destroying weeds at the roots within 2 weeks. The smell alone is enough to indicate that it’s exceptionally powerful, so while it is very effective, a lot of care needs to be taken during use. It worked on all the weeds I treated it with. It’s a very fast acting weed killer too, taking around 24 hours for results to start showing. You can use it on all the common perennial and annual weeds invading your garden, although more time may be needed for it to kill off those larger and hardier weeds. With glyphosate as its primary ingredient, this product does need to be handled and used with care. It’s toxic to pollinators and pond life, and children / pets need to be kept off the treated area until it’s dried. It does take a while to dry – up to 48 hours.