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Step 1: Mix the Solution

Fill a spray bottle with undiluted white vinegar. For extra strength, add a teaspoon of dish soap—this helps the vinegar cling to the weeds longer.

Step 2: Pick the Right Time

Apply on a sunny, wind-free day. Sunlight speeds up the vinegar’s weed-killing action, and no wind means no accidental spray drift onto your plants.

Step 3: Spray the Weeds

Wear gloves to protect your hands. Thoroughly coat the weeds with the vinegar solution, avoiding nearby plants you want to keep.

Step 4: Watch Them Wilt

Within hours, the weeds will start turning brown. Most will die completely in 24-48 hours. For tough, deep-rooted weeds, a second application may be needed.

Step 5: Remove Dead Weeds

Once the weeds are crispy and brown, gently pull them out—roots and all. They’ll come up easily, leaving your garden weed-free!

Bonus Tips for Best Results

• Use higher-concentration vinegar (10-20%) for stubborn perennial weeds.

• Reapply as needed—vinegar doesn’t prevent new weeds, but regular use keeps them under control.

• Avoid spraying on rainy days—the solution needs time to work before getting washed away.

Why This Method Beats Chemicals

Unlike synthetic herbicides, vinegar is:
✅ Non-toxic (safe around kids & pets once dry)
✅ Cheap & accessible (no expensive sprays needed)
✅ Fast-acting (visible results in hours)

Give it a try! With just a bottle of vinegar and a few minutes, you can reclaim your garden from weeds—no digging, no chemicals, just simple, natural results. Thanks, Grandpa! 🌿✨