My Nana Swears by This DIY Weed Killer Recipe

A homemade vinegar-based weed killer using simple kitchen ingredients to keep flower beds and vegetable rows clean without fancy chemicals or toxic sprays.

Equipment

• large container
• spray bottle or garden sprayer

Ingredients

• 1 gallon of white vinegar
• 1 cup of table salt or Epsom salt
• 1 tbsp liquid dish soap (unscented preferred)

Instructions

1. In a large container, combine vinegar and salt — stir until salt begins to dissolve.
2. Add dish soap — this helps the solution stick to weeds.
3. Pour into a spray bottle or garden sprayer.
4. Spray directly onto unwanted weeds — especially on sunny days for best results.

Notes

Apply on a hot, dry day for maximum effect and avoid spraying desired plants. Salt can linger in soil, making it hard for other plants to grow, so use sparingly on driveways, patios, or walkways rather than in garden beds if you plan to plant later. Not recommended for indoor use or near water sources.