We are as chemical free here in our garden as possible (I don't even buy fertliser), so weeds can get away on me a little in places. The worst place for weeds in my garden is actually our paved patio area. So every time I boil some vegetables or eggs, once the cooking is over I pour the boiling water over the weeds in the paving. They quickly wilt and in a few days turn brown. Once they have really died away I use a stiff broom to brush them away. I only end up doing a few weeds at a time but over the course of the week I have killed most of the weeds and have clean paving, much better than tipping the water down the sink and much better for the environment than weed killer.
Saturday, February 6, 2010
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We are as chemical free here in our garden as possible (I don't even buy fertliser), so weeds can get away on me a little in places. The worst place for weeds in my garden is actually our paved patio area. So every time I boil some vegetables or eggs, once the cooking is over I pour the boiling water over the weeds in the paving. They quickly wilt and in a few days turn brown. Once they have really died away I use a stiff broom to brush them away. I only end up doing a few weeds at a time but over the course of the week I have killed most of the weeds and have clean paving, much better than tipping the water down the sink and much better for the environment than weed killer.
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what a great idea!!! i too have a huge paved patio and weeds galore! (oh and basil grows too between the pavers so that's not too bad!!) i tend to pick a not so hot day - throw on some music - and just weed............i dread the chore but afterwards i am so glad i did it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea for the used water. This year I've also used a white vinegar/water solution, half and half, and weeded the patio then poured this on between the cracks. I did it 3 months ago and the first sign of some weeds are just coming through now - pretty pleased!
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