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Learn how to make DIY homemade weed killer. A safer alternative to commercial weed killers that uses only vinegar, salt, and dish soap.
Keep in mind, vinegar CAN be harmful if left on the skin or if it gets in the eyes due to its acidity so handle safely. If it comes in contact with skin or eyes, rinse immediately.
-For this recipe we used:-
- 1 Gallon Vinegar (5% acidity)
- 1 Cup Table Salt (optional)
- 1 Tablespoon Dish Soap
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One of our viewers (Andrew Smith) left a great comment for those not familiar with US measurements:
- 1 American gallon is 3.785 litres,
- 1 cup of salt is 288 grams or 236.6ml
- 1 tablespoon is 15ml
Thanks, Andrew!
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Note: It will kill wanted vegetation, so be careful not to spray plants and grass you want to keep. Include the salt only on hardscapes as it can degrade soil and prevent future growth.
Overall I found it to be pretty effective. It didn't have the lasting effects of Roundup, but I'd prefer to use just salt and vinegar as opposed to commercial weed killers in an area that our kids play in.
You don't have to use the salt, but it does help to have a lasting effect. However, it is best to only use the salt on areas that you don't want things to grow because it will reduce the quality of the soil for an extended period of time.
More safety tips for working with vinegar: - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
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I just wasted 30 minutes of my life listening to two others that didn't know what they were doing.
This video was Quick, clear and to the point. Good video - well done. Very helpful: thumbs up!
Really heartwarming to see an ordinary bloke having concern for ecology. Well Done, that man.
For everyone who doesn't live in the USA - 1 American gallon is 3.785 litres, 1 cup of salt is 288 grams and one tablespoon is 15ml
Thanks! Great thought. I'll make an update to the description.
Hahahah, The U.S is pretty much the only country that hasn't figured out the metric system.
@@darrelldereniwsky1016 Oh they tried. In the late seventies and early 80's, they were coming on heavy. Metric studies to the tenth degree. And no one was really into it. I still know it all and can do the conversions pretty easily. But by the time I got to high school, it was pretty much abandoned. Still, I have to say, there has been no hardship in my life as a result of metric vs. American standard measurements.
@@bennylevine387 Yeah mate,
But 5 inches never sounds as impressive as 12½ Centimetres !
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Very kind to take time with the your info for others thnkyou
Folks , just heat and disolve 1 cup of salt in water and when cooled down to room temperature just add it to the vinegar.
For those who are concerned about salt, I used only vinegar & soap and covered a *very* tough area for a year with black visqueen. Be aware that seeds will come back, so get ready to work it the next year.
I had been using vinegar in a spray bottle for weeds between bricks. It worked, but had to do it a few times a season. Best done when there’s no rain forecast for the day. On a lark, I used a squeeze of shampoo to the vinegar spray bottle. Worked amazingly well, the detergent delivers the vinegar to the roots. Had basically just been doing leaves before, using soap gets down to the root structure. No comparison as for efficiency, adding soap to vinegar works.
You can use a squeeze bottle, like ketchup bottle, stick a nail in the top to close until next time. Commentors asked about smell, any would dissipate. Shake the green area with your hand, you want to give ladybugs fair warning before spraying.
Get kids to help you label and make, so we teach them--don’t cut butter with a chainsaw, vinegar and dishwashing liquid or shampoo works. (I have hosta in flower right now....no bees....we're damaging the environment with expensive sprays when simple vinegar works best).
This year, think I’ll try it on kudzu leaves, being careful not to mess with the "host" tree bark. May or may not work to spray or paint kudzu leaves. If only I could find where it’s coming from the ground, getting roots directly would probably work.
Like to suggest....save up glass cleaner bottles, or buy a few spray bottles from dollar store. When you make your vinegar-soap water, (salt is not needed) make some for neighbors and in-laws. Label contents by writing on a strip of blue painters tape what safe -liquid is contained in the bottle. We’re spreading the word by sharing that way......like this helpful video does. Simple things work, save the environment from chemicals, save money, save the bees. Thanks...you have a new subscriber. You’re saving the environment. Kind of you ...thanks.
I live in Virginia...the state brings in goats to eat the kudzu when it gets to be a roadside problem!! Who woulda thought!!
Kudzu is scary. We could and should be eating it. …Prolific and free.
Yes, goats can be rented. Neighbors can pool resources to pay for it.
Congressional Cemetery in Washington uses goats which is less costly to remove the brush. Nice duty for the goats….nice and quiet……
We use much higher acidic level and it kills it the same day.
I tried it and it worked. Suggestion: I switched the sequence just a bit. First I poured the salt into container, then the vinegar. This way the vinegar washes any spilled salt into the sprayer (see 1:35) and gives your sprayer a better seal. Another option is to use a funnel for the salt. I appreciate your info as I have pets and grandchildren.
been doing this now for two years it works you can also use small amounts in hand spray bottles
I live in Karachi Pakistan I like your comments send 1 year ago
GREAT ADVICE, AND EFFECT AS WELL. Thank you.
Thanks!
Thank you for taking the time ,very informative
This works great! Easy to make, easy to use, and effective. Thank you!
Works 100%. Thank you. Subscribed !
I have watched several versions of this .. yours is great.. Thanks
Just did my weeds today with that recipe. Works great.
It ain't going to work that fast😂
9 months later..... how are the weeds doing Karen. Did one application work for the whole summer?
No I had to reapply about 3 times but it sure beat weeding constantly.
Great video. I've used the same process on weeds coming through the paver bricks in my patio. It works well but needs to be applied a few times a season.
I have been using the harsh chemicals. Did not know about this til today. Definitely gonna give it a try.
How did it work out for you Terri ?
Only Good News, I hope !!
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Being as we free range our chickens. I really appreciate this tip
Most of you can’t do this but I own a “make your own” wine store. I bring home a batch of wine, 23 to 25 litres of Pino Grigio, and leave it in the sun for a day. I now have enough weed killer to cover my large gravel driveway. Costs me $40 a year and works like Roundup. (careful, it kills everything)
If it "Kills Everything" then how the heck are you drinking it, man !??!!
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Yes, it works really well. Make sure it doesn't rain in those couple of days.
Yes, exactly. The sunnier the better. The drier the better.
I found this same concotion last year on another site. It really works good on the top part of the plant, but to make sure the roots are killed, a couple weeks later I poured the water/salt (without the vinegar) onto the same spot. That held them off last year, but this year a few weeds tried to sneak back up again, so I soaked them again.
Great tip! Thanks for watching.
Just be care Not to "Salt The Earth"! Or you could end up with a "Dead Area" where Nothing grows !
If replanting, may I suggest planting-on Inside Compostible pots to give your Plants a Great Start - And, hopefully, Outgrow Any residual weeds !!
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@@AbbyPenny I need to be sure this gets rid of poison hemlock without poisoning my garden..I don't plan on using the 2 raised beds this yr..but hopefully I'll be using them next yr
Heck yeah, I'm on it!
Great solution
Great Video, Thank's
It works. You have to saturate the plant and have full sun. Doesn't work well in the shade
i have huge trees in the backyard that doesnt allow the sun to hit the spots the weeds are in. what would you recommend?
Thank you for sharing.🙏🏽
Great video..Been doing this for years... neighbor asks what is that smell? I tell them I'm marinating my yard!! A little tip..if you microwave a quart of the vinegar for 1 minute it will melt the salt much faster...then add the rest of the recipe!! I use cheap baby shampoo from the dollar store..$1 a bottle.. slot cheaper than dawn!! P.S.... RINSE THAT SPRAYER GOOD WHEN YOUR DONE..HOSE AND ALL OR IT MIGHT NOT WORK FOR YOU NEXT TIME!!
How do you apply this in the garden with plants?
Thats a good idea
Thanks for ur informative n interestng video. Ur how to video was easy to follow n understand. Especially the explanation of how the vinegar/salt combo killed the weeds. Thanks for the video. New subcriber because of video. Anticipating ur next video.
Aloha from Hawaii
Aloha. Thanks so much! We are glad you liked it.
Life saver! Thanks so much
Thank you for watching!!!
I only use ordinary vinegar double strength with 1 tablespoon of detergent. I works just as good.
I’ve seen another video where they mixed water and vinegar as a 1:1 ratio with salt and soap. Have you tried it this way? Thanks
Can we use this technique in wintertime
Thank you from someone who rather use a natural formula to kill unwanted backyard weeds. 👍🏼👍🏼
Thank you! Yes, absolutely, natural is best when possible.
Dies sine salt work better than others ?
I was hoping to find a weedkiller that wouldn't damage other plants roots nearby. I've used salt neat (melted into warm water) and it works perfectly on its own. You don't need soap or vinegar if you're using salt, plain thick salt water even kills adult brambles.
The salt can work on its own, but it also will prevent future growth if used in high concentration. We had success using the formula in our video. We were able to spray the weeds and simply brush them into piles. It drastically cut down on the time needed to keep that pavered area weed free.
"Salted Earth" won't grow Anything - Except dandelions ! The "Green Pepperami" of the Plant World !😟
- for several years Unless you drench with water - especially after a Hot, Dry day/spell.
A piece of grey 5in plastic pipe, about 6-10 inches long, pressed deep into soil around a pernicious weed - like dandelion/thistle etc will allow "Targeted" Weed-killing & Removal in about 2 - 4weeks !
This is an old favourite, using a Table Salt & White Vinegar Mix in V.Hot water.
A 2 - 4 litre (EU & UK)
1 - 2 gallons (US.) Plastic Milk container.
Put 4 ozs | 115 grams Table Salt into the container.
Add 0.5 litres | 1Pint (US.) White Vinegar into the container.
Fill container with V.Hot water ALMOST Full -But Not To The Top!
Put on cap, take outside & give it a good shake to mix the ingredients.
Pour Directly onto Weed and ½ fill the pipe off-cut - If Used !
Otherwise, pour around weed, soaking soil out to about 3 - 4ins | 7.5 - 10cms out from the centre of the weed, in a roughly circular pattern.
Another personal choice is to use an old bread knife or carving knife sharpened to allow cutting a Cross shaped split into the main stem\s of the weed. Perhaps an "Old Wives Tale"! but it's supposed to kill-off weeds quicker and last longer !
I've never timed it myself, as I tend to remove dead weeds fairly quickly !
BTW, I also cover the top of the pipe off-cut with a sandwich bag, or similar, to stop any rainfall washing out the "weed-killer".
The still damp soil around the weed is easily removed and the bag on the upturned pipe makes disposal very easy.
I'm loathe to use plastic bags, but I Won't put weeds into our Compost Bin. It's just giving the weeds seeds a perfect start in life ! So I'll bag them and put them into the General Waste or paper-bag them for the Incinerator Disposal at the Local Authority Waste Site.
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In UK we're advised that if we use salt on paving it will absorb water and then when the ground freezes it can break up the paving or lift it and make it uneven. Don't know but darent try it.
@@AbbyPenny It won't prevent future growth unless your high concentration is at the magnitude of about 31 tons of salt per acre. Which is really, really high.
Seems like whoever did your patio did not use polymeric sand between the joints in order to keep weeds out.
Exactly!
I'm Gonna give it a go.
Can Epsom salt be used as a substitute with no loss in efficacy?
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Excellent just saved some cash, many thanks
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Can you use Epsom salt?
I also add one cup of lemon juice.
It does work; do this on a sunny not too windy day; better if the next day is to be sunny also.
All the dogs that I foster and I as well, thank you!!
Will it kill Purple Violet?
thanks for the video
Thanks for watching!
Wil try this. Apperently weed killer is 3 times the amount I would have used to buy the salt and vinegar. I already have the dishwasher. Thanks a lot of love from South Africa. ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏿
We are happy to help! Thanks for watching!
Black Belt tip. Add salt to gallon of vinegar shake and bake shake style. Add salt dish soap to mixture shake and bake shake style again. Add mixture to sprayer container.
Wow superb good idea thank u
Thanks for watching!
With ferns will this kill roots? Or spray leaves
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You bet! Thanks for watching!
Will it work on ivy?
Can it use for lawn weed control?
What is the ratio of cinder salt soap.
Great message and let us hope more folks learn to avoid poisons and chemical.
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How is this not both a poison and a chemical?
Several chemicals!
water, salt, vinegar. All Chemicals.
@danielbrowniel highly toxic
Can’t wait to try this. When the weeds die, do you leave them, weed whack them, or what? Our driveway cracks are very thin and it’s very difficult to pull weeds from these areas. Thanks for the video!
I usually use a thick bristled shop brush to sweep them out of the cracks and into piles. Then blow or sweep clean.
Can’t wait until tmrw to use it. I’m so sick of the weeds in between the bricks in our courtyard I will come and give you feedback once they are gone🤩🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
did it work for you?
Get yo ass to pickin !!!
would this work for an over grown Root problem that worked its way into cobblestones?
Sprinkling just table salt also works on small areas on a dry days.
So, is there an easy way of getting those dead weeds up? Or is pulling them by hand the only way?
I’m planning to salt the EArth on my patio Rock garden. I want nothing to grow for years on that area only! I’m wondering How many years will it grow back?
Thank you for sharing, commercial products are too expensive!
OK..... I tried this about 2hrs after watching this video, thinking Hmmmmm ? Well I sprayed the weeds and 3hrs later.....brown and dead !!!! Worked Amazing....and cheap !!! Thanks
That’s awesome. We’re glad you had great results like I did. Thanks for watching!
Does the salty cause anyone harm to brick?
thankx
I mix vinegar and salt in bowl then l pour in sprayer and add dawn.
It figures that they’d still be pushing Roundup when this does the same thing.
In San Jose, the water district recommends Roundup and says the mesh under liners are bad for the environment.
Great video! Does this work on grass in flower bed that are shooting up over weed barrier and mulch?
Thank you! Yes, it will work on grass I’m flower beds.
I used three table spoons of salt,detergent and litre of vinegar works
I live in Karachi Pakistan I like your comments send 1 year ago
Thank you for the great explanation!!!
Very helpful thank you. Does this also kill potential seeds on the surface? Again, thanks
Thanks for watching!! It does not kill the seeds. So you will want to kill any weeds before they go to seed.
I may have missed it, but how do you mix for a spray bottle?? What I need to spray is not a big area, so I don't need a sprayer like shown in your video. I really want to try this method. Thanks for your tips!
Just cut the recipe down, it doesnt have to be that specific.. in a spray bottle id go with 2tbsp salt and just a squeeze or tsp of soap and fill the rest with vinegar. You should use the 30% acidity vinegar sold at Lowes and Home Depot. The household vinegar is 5%
after they died and i remove them, Do they sprout again?
I skipped the salt and soap. I just weed whacked them flush to the dirt then sprayed the exposed flesh.
I have used and it does burn some weeds to the ground, however they will come back up from the roots. I imagine that it might eventually work with some weeds if you spray them several times. Some weeds it doesn't ever slow down. I sprayed some large hemlock weeds with this stuff and it did nothing.
This works, but they come back in a few weeks ,some time I just used vinegar ,salt tends to separate out anyways , I did 'nt have problem with deterioration of pavers ,maybe too much salt ?
Environment friendly👍acid is also aunt repellent, most of the others animals don't like the smell.
How about unwanted uncles?😜
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How long before it’s waterproof?
How long should you wait before planting in the treated area? Looking to create a flower/ shrub bed.
I’ve never sprayed my beds, only hardscape like pavers and driveways. Vinegar will break down in the soil, but it will lower the pH of the soil (raise acidity), making it less suitable for some plants. If you choose to spray it in beds, don’t use the salt. As the effects from the salt can be longer lasting and more damaging to future growth.
We live in UK and will give this a try next year because i think the winter rain will wash it off. Is it mostly suited to small leafy weeds, or do you think it'll work well on brambles? I've brushed strong weed killer on brambles to hopefully kill their roots but prefer to use something kinder to the environment. Appreciate your advice. Thanks for a great video 😊
@@analogkidabc we didn't try it sorry. I bought some Roundup and SBK for tree stumps, which both worked so I've used a bit of that on weeds. With brambles, saplings, large weeds it's best to chop them at the base and quickly apply the weed killer as concentrate to the cut end rather than spray. Saves it going everywhere and gets straight to the root 😊 let me know if you have any luck
@@analogkidabc if you do try vinegar, it's apparently worth getting the strongest white vinegar, some of it is very diluted
I live near a beach can I just use saltwater
👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾. Good video
Thanks so much!
Plain vinegar. Sprayer. No salt, no soap. Been using plain vinegar for years and it works great!
Nope
We have also used plain vinegar for years and it always works. I don’t know why people are rubbishing your comment.
How many % is plain vinegar?
@@au3399 It's usually 5%. Walmart sells cleaning vinegar with a higher concentration, 10%, as I recall.
Can i use this in cotton crop feild becoz there is to much weed thanks
Do not use the salt in a mixture where you want to maintain other plants. The salt can impair the soil quality, kill wanted plants and prevent new growth.
Here is more information about using a vinegar based solution (no salt):
www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=extension.umd.edu/sites/default/files/_docs/programs/ipmnet/Vinegar-AnAlternativeToGlyphosate-UMD-Smith-Fiola-and-Gill.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwikwZXk_tjpAhVlRN8KHSezDSsQFjADegQIAxAB&usg=AOvVaw1epsiyw-unuiTX2jlAbAhz
How often and what intervals did you spray on the same spot please?
What you saw in the video is all I sprayed. I made sure to coat the entire weed. It works best on a hot sunny day. You will start seeing results in a few hours.
I take it that it would need to be sunny/ dry weather outside?
Thanks for watching! I would wait for dry weather. Rain will potentially wash off the solution or dilute it.
I use 1 1/2 cup's Epsom salt instead of regular salt ! That way you can get magnesium in your soils .
But it also helps the weeds grow…
If you ever redo the video you could put half the vinegar in then stir in the salt and dawn before adding the rest of the vinegar.
have you tried making lavender or bottlebrush plant tea and spray it?
bottle brush tea?
Thanks very much for putting together this video. I am wondering how replacing table salt with Epsom salt would affect this solution's efficacy for better or worse or not make any difference in the efficacy? Thank you again ☺️
By all means, give it a try with Epsom salt and let us know how you got on. Would be very interested in your results 👍👍
I used 1 gal of regular vinegar, 1 cup of salt and a tbl of dish soap and sprayed yesterday. 24 hrs ago. All my weeds are currently laughing at me. I hope this works. I'll give it another 24 hrs but i have my doubts.
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But did the weeds die for good or do they keep coming back?
Isn't salt an enemy to bricks and cement?
It works on some weeds, but not others. For the most part, it just burns the leaves, but doesn't actually kill the weed, unless you drown it. It's pretty much a waste of time and money, and you'll have to repeat the application very often.