Organic/Safe(?) weed killers - any recommendations?

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  1. Samuel_1988

    Samuel_1988 Gardener

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    Morning all,

    Due to limitations on time, I am searching for an alternative way (then digging them out) to tackle the weeds on the paths of my allotment (namely those between the raised beds).

    I was wondering if anyone could recommend any organic/safe weed killers which I can use to tackle these weeds. Also can I make any organic weed killers?

    I am only considering this area and not on the areas where I intend to grow in currently - I will hand dig these weeds out.

    I was also considering using newspaper mulch and bark chippings but I'm not sure if I can layer this directly over the weeds or if I have to kill them off/remove them first.

    Thanks for your time in replying to me,

    Samuel
     
  2. JWK

    JWK Gardener Staff Member

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    You need to be a little careful using newspaper, they become very slippery.

    Old carpet is a cheap and effective way to smother weeds on paths, if you don't mind how it looks. I turn it upside down to get better grip in the wet. I would hoe off the tops of weeds first.
     
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    Organic and animal safe: 1/2 cup of washing up liquid, 1 gallon of white vinegar, 1/4 cup of salt. Spray the weeds with it. May need a second spray in very "weedy" areas.
     
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