Re: natural weed control

**G* L* <g*@gmail.com>**

cover with plastic or pour on boiling water are the simplest
silly little video
http://video.about.com/landscaping/Best-Organic-Weed-Control-Methods.htm
Best,
Geri


On Mon, May 6, 2013 at 10:46 AM, Phyllis Gricus <
Phyllis@landscapedesignstudio.com> wrote:

> Hi Catriona,
> I've been using Burnout weed killer with great success. Its active
> ingredients are citric acid and clove oil. The timing of an application is
> important—it must be applied on a dry, warm day. Young weeds will be gone
> with one dose. More mature, well-rooted, weeds will need a second
> application.
>
> I really like the fragrance too, it's like a potpourri for the yard.
>
> I've been interested in trying the burning method with a propane torch,
> However, I haven't made the investment in the equipment. Does anyone here
> have experience with flame weeding?
>
> Best,
> Phyllis
>
> Phyllis Gricus, Garden Designer
> Landscape Design Studio
> 1453 Wightman St.
> Pittsburgh, PA 15217
>
> 412.654.8693
>
>
> On May 6, 2013, at 9:40 AM, Catriona Erler wrote:
>
> > What natural weed control methods do you recommend in place of RoundUp?
>  Please share thoughts and experiences, including possible recipes such as
> for a vinegar spray.   I used boiling water to kill weeds in the cracks of
> my driveway.  What do others do?
> >
> > Many thanks,
> > Catriona
> >
> > Catriona Tudor Erler
> > 965 Pintail Lane
> > Charlottesville, VA 22903
> > 434 953-6780
> > Catriona@CatrionaTudorErler.com
> > www.CatrionaTudorErler.com
> >
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