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Commercially available weed killers usually contain glyphosate, a controversial chemical linked to several cancer cases in the United States. 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. Also, we suggest using it immediately after purchase and not storing the product for an extended period, as the scent will attract rodents and other pests.

Ease of Application: When reviewing ease of application, we deemed any weed killer that came ready-mixed better for the average gardener, as less time will be spent preparing the solution.You can simply dispense a sachet of product into a watering can, add water and then apply to the weeds you are wanting to treat. This means the soil will be looser, making it much easier for you to pull the weeds out right down to the root. Testing a pre-emergent product in the middle of summer is less than ideal because summer weeds are already present. Contact weed killers work by destroying the part of the plant to which they are applied, usually within hours to 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.

In recent years, it’s developed a reputation for being dangerous; however the jury is out on a definitive conclusion.Any patch of grass will act as a magnet for unwanted plants, making it virtually impossible to stop seeds from infiltrating and germinating amongst the blades of grass. A lot of products kill grass as well as weeds; however, there are a few weed-killer gems worth knowing about if you’re keen to clear your lawn without damaging it. Selective weed killers: These more discriminating herbicides kill only a specific plant or type of plant.

Whilst not all products can successfully get rid of pervasive weeds like horsetail, this WeedFree Plus weed killer causes it to turn brown in a couple of days. Mulching – covering the soil with a thick layer of material – can help hugely with keeping weeds under control.

Another option is to use a pre-emergent herbicide, which will prevent weed seeds from germinating in the first place. Although it doesn’t come with its own method of deployment, this concentrated weed killer is easily diluted with water and applied with any watering can or spray tool at your disposal. When used sparingly and as directed, these products can help eliminate the toughest weed problems while minimizing risk to adjacent desirable plants. It’s also one of the best products in terms of value for money, coming in a liquid concentrate that can be diluted to cover up to 667 m². Shake well, plug in the spray adapter, and spot spray dandelions, clover, thistle, and other weeds without damaging the lawn.

Some councils are trialling vinegar (acetic acid) as a long-term solution to removing weeds in towns and cities. Spray it on most weeds and grasses and they will be curling up and looking sickly within the first day, as it goes to work on the foliage before busting up the roots. This destroys the entire plant from the bottom up, but it can take several days to several weeks to see results. Get the Sunday Weed Warrior weed killer at Lowe’s , Target (32-ounce spot treatment), or Sunday (32-ounce spot treatment, 2-pack).Every weed control method has its drawbacks, ranging in seriousness from merely taking up a portion of your time to actually risking health problems.