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10/12/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Weed-free, worry-free: 5 Ways to get rid of weeds in your home garden
Weeds are a pain for gardeners. For starters, they compete with plants for water and nutrients and can overrun the garden if left unchecked. They can also cause plants to wither and even stunt their growth. Luckily, there are many ways to naturally get rid of weeds and keep them from coming back. Check your […]
07/12/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Weed-free gardening: 4 tips for effective weed control
Weeds are a gardener’s worst nightmare. For starters, they compete with plants for nutrients and water. Weeds can also overrun a garden if left unchecked. As such, weeds can cause plants to wither or stunt their growth. Fortunately, there are many ways to get rid of weeds and prevent them from coming back without having to […]
05/14/2021
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By Zoey Sky
19 Chemical-free ways to get rid of weeds in your home garden
As a prepper, you most likely work hard to maintain their home gardens because this is where you grow organic produce for your family and your survival stockpile. But what do you when weeds start destroying all your hard work? You can keep weeds out of your garden without chemical-laden weed killers (herbicides) by using more eco-friendly options […]
04/29/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
4 Easy ways to control weeds without using toxic chemical herbicides
Weed overgrowth is a gardener’s worst nightmare. However, conventional weedkillers like Roundup have been linked to serious health problems, including cancer. Toxic chemicals in conventional weed killers can also leach into crops for consumption and pose a health risk. Herbicides can also contaminate groundwater. But there are better methods of controlling weed growth. Below are four […]
06/26/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Natural weed control: 9 Herbicide-free tricks
As a good prepper, keeping your garden soil weed-free ensures that your crops grow healthy and strong. If you don’t want to use pesticides with harmful chemicals, you can protect your plants using natural weed-killing methods like mulching or vinegar. (h/t to HomesteadSurvivalSite.com) The natural methods detailed below can prevent weeds from taking over your garden. […]
06/22/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Long-term outlooks: Australian farmers eliminate herbicide-resistant “superweeds” using natural non-herbicidal methods
Decades ago, Australian farmers stopped using glyphosate and other herbicides to get rid of superweeds and seeds in their plots. Instead, they used natural methods of weed control and management that worked much better than toxic chemicals. Farms in Western Australia raise wheat and barley as the main food crops. The biggest threat comes from ryegrass superweeds that developed resistance […]
01/31/2019
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By Zoey Sky
A natural herbicide that really works
Every homeowner wants to keep their gardens weed-free, but it’s always better to use natural weed killers that won’t harm the environment. One such option is a natural mix that contains distilled white vinegar and some salt. (h/t to AskAPrepper.com) Vinegar for home gardening Unlike commercial herbicides with toxic chemicals, distilled white vinegar is natural and […]
01/17/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Study shows Mexican marigold can be used as a natural herbicide
Chemical herbicides often cause more harm than good, especially since they can pollute farm soil and water sources. These substances can also be harmful to the health of the people who handle them. To address this concern, a team of researchers conducted a study to determine if Mexican marigolds (Tagetes erecta L.) can be used […]
12/21/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Mexican marigold essential oil contains phytotoxic compounds, making it a great natural herbicide
A study published in the journal Industrial Crops and Products reported that essential oils from Tagetes erecta L. (Mexican marigold) can be used to formulate a safer alternative to chemical herbicides. For the study, researchers analyzed the chemical composition of essential oil extracted from T. erecta. Plant-derived substances, especially essential oils, are often considered as a natural alternative to chemical […]
11/13/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Use horticultural vinegar as a natural herbicide
Weeds are a home gardener’s nightmare. There are many ways to eliminate pesky weeds, from old-school hand-pulling to using herbicides, but there is a natural and effective alternative that is worth considering. If you are facing a weed problem in your garden, try using horticultural vinegar as an alternative to store-bought herbicides that may contain toxic […]
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