Weeding can be a constant chore that never seems to end, but it can be perplexing to see weeds sprouting up in places they should not be able to grow, such as stone paving or gravel.
Killing weeds in your driveway that appear to survive no matter their habitat can be tiresome but getting rid of them has to be done. Not only do they look unsightly, but they are a safety concern as weeds growing in cracks or gaps can be a massive tripping hazard.
No matter how challenging constant weeds are, there is a quick and easy way to get rid of weeds and prevent them from growing back, as all you need is some dish soap and vinegar.
Joe, a lawncare expert who is the founder of Joe’s Lawn Care, has said it’s a very effective “DIY weed killer” that will keep weeds away on both gravel and stone paving.
In a blog post, Joe said: “We love nothing more than encouraging people to go environmentally friendly with their choice of weed killers, which is exactly what this DIY option celebrates.”
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If you wish to make sure weeds are completely gone for good, then rock salt, another kitchen ingredient, is another simple solution.
Joe said: “Ready to learn something new today? Rock salt is actually a super-effective and totally natural weed killer that is ace at clearing a gravel driveway.
“Simply sprinkle some rock salt on the ground surrounding any weeds you can see and then sit back and watch as the salt kills the weeds in just a matter of days. It’s almost unbelievable.”
However, Joe has warned that this solution should only be used away from lawns and gardens, as will permanently kill any green it is in contact with. For best results, use salt on a driveaway on a clear sunny day so rain or wind cannot blow it over onto your plants.
Joe said: “We should probably note that this method has pretty long-term results. That’s because the salt will gradually seep into the ground where it was sprinkled, preventing any weeds (or plants) from being able to grow there for a while.
“Now that may sound absolutely perfect for your gravel driveway situation, but just make sure you are conservative with the amount you sprinkle and where you sprinkle it.”
