How We Control Weeds Without Roundup as a Family (+Our Best Methods)

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Tired of weeds taking over your garden? Today I share proven strategies to conquer weeds during weed season, explore a homemade weed killer recipe that actually works! Learn about different weed types, their impact on your veggies, and easy prevention methods like hand weeding, hoeing, mulching, and power tools. Perfect for beginner gardeners, allotment holders, and anyone aiming for a bountiful harvest. Say goodbye to gardening overwhelm and hello to bigger yields!

Whether you're dealing with annual weeds, perennial weeds like stinging nettles and bindweed, or biennial weeds like docks, these tips will help you maintain a weed-free garden without harsh chemicals. Boost your onion, garlic, and carrot crops for better storage and self-sufficiency.

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Homemade Weed Killer Recipe: 1/2 cup salt, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1/2 cup lemon juice, topped with white vinegar. Spray on stinging nettles, bindweed, docks, and more for natural weed control.

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Chapters
0:00 - Intro: Why Weeds Overwhelm Gardeners & How to Fight Back
0:20 - Types of Weeds: Annual, Perennial (Stinging Nettles, Bindweed), Biennial (Docks)
0:55 - Weed Impact on Crops: Reduced Yields for Onions, Garlic, Carrots
1:44 - Homemade Weed Killer Recipe & Application Tips
2:41 - Testing Homemade Weed Killer on Allotment Weeds
3:47 - Weed Prevention Methods: Hand Weeding for Seedlings
4:49 - Hoeing with Oscillating Hoe: Quick & Effective
6:05 - Mulching: Free Options like Wood Chips, Grass Clippings
6:24 - Power Tools for Heavy Weeding: SE2 Strimmer Review (Sponsored)
7:58 - Weed Killer Results: What Worked on Stinging Nettles, Bindweed, Docks
10:06 - Final Tips: Salt Caution, Pathways Only & Conclusion

Music by Jon Yollop

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