Weed Control

LadyDee · 30 June 2016 at 12:07PM

I have some pretty well established weeds outside my property, strip of ground covered with stones/gravel, no weed control fabric underneath.

I was minded to just rake all the stones up, dig up the weeds, lay some fabric and replace the stones. Unfortunately, I've found that this strip of ground consists mainly of totally un-diggable chunks of rock, with just enough soil sprinkled on top to give weeds more than a fighting chance!

So I need some really effective weed killer which is not going to cost me a fortune - very important:)

Suggestions please ......

Mojisola · 30 June 2016 at 12:14PM

Glyphosate or regular use of a weed burner.

LadyDee · 30 June 2016 at 12:20PM

Mojisola wrote: »

Glyphosate or regular use of a weed burner.

A weed burner? I wouldn't trust me with a lighted match!
The glyphosate looks a bit expebsive, is there more economical stuff I could buy - or a "home remedy" would be even better.

glasgowdan · 30 June 2016 at 2:31PM

Expensive? No... it costs buttons. Buy this, it contains enough to mix up 50 litres of weedkiller. Use a wee spray bottle from a kitchen cleaner or something to apply it.

Then when the weeds have died, carefully use a strimmer and strim off the tops, being careful not to strim up stones.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-x-1L-Rosate-36-Very-Strong-Glyphosate-Weedkiller-Free-Cup-Gloves-/361586188148?hash=item5430375f74:g:C6EAAOSwbYZXVokq

LadyDee · 30 June 2016 at 3:02PM

glasgowdan wrote: »

Expensive? No... it costs buttons. Buy this, it contains enough to mix up 50 litres of weedkiller. Use a wee spray bottle from a kitchen cleaner or something to apply it.

Then when the weeds have died, carefully use a strimmer and strim off the tops, being careful not to strim up stones.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-x-1L-Rosate-36-Very-Strong-Glyphosate-Weedkiller-Free-Cup-Gloves-/361586188148?hash=item5430375f74:g:C6EAAOSwbYZXVokq

Thanks - ordered.

glasgowdan · 30 June 2016 at 5:33PM

Mix 20ml per litre.

50Twuncle · 3 July 2016 at 10:18AM

glasgowdan wrote: »

Expensive? No... it costs buttons. Buy this, it contains enough to mix up 50 litres of weedkiller. Use a wee spray bottle from a kitchen cleaner or something to apply it.

Then when the weeds have died, carefully use a strimmer and strim off the tops, being careful not to strim up stones.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-x-1L-Rosate-36-Very-Strong-Glyphosate-Weedkiller-Free-Cup-Gloves-/361586188148?hash=item5430375f74:g:C6EAAOSwbYZXVokq

Also be careful with pets when using this STUFF - It will dispatch cats and dogs if they ingest it !!

glasgowdan · 3 July 2016 at 1:13PM

50Twuncle wrote: »

Also be careful with pets when using this STUFF - It will dispatch cats and dogs if they ingest it !!

Your source for this statement is?

It won't, by the way. Unless they drink the full undiluted bottle.

50Twuncle · 3 July 2016 at 2:00PM

Glyphosphate is a poison - that is my source !!!
http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2014/06/11/lawn-chemical-poisoning.aspx
is another source
Why would you want to risk your pets health ?

Joyful · 3 July 2016 at 2:44PM

I use vinegar. It's killed all the weeds in my garden. You see after 24 hours they are starting to die and they are completely destroyed within the week. Much better than poison.

50Twuncle · 3 July 2016 at 3:01PM

Joyful wrote: »

I use vinegar. It's killed all the weeds in my garden. You see after 24 hours they are starting to die and they are completely destroyed within the week. Much better than poison.

I agree - so does SALT
So - sprinkle a few packs of S&V crisps around !

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