Homemade Weed Killer Recipe
Ingredients:
1 gallon white vinegar (5% acetic acid)
1 cup salt (table salt or Epsom salt)
1 tablespoon Dawn dish soap (or any liquid dish soap)
Instructions
1. Mix
In a large container (like a gallon jug or garden sprayer), pour in 1 gallon of white vinegar.
Add 1 cup of salt and stir until it dissolves.
Add 1 tablespoon of dish soap. This helps the mixture stick to the plant leaves.
Pour the solution into a spray bottle or garden sprayer.
2. Spray
Spray the mixture directly onto the weeds or unwanted grass.
Choose a hot, sunny day for best results.
Avoid spraying on plants you want to keep—the solution is non-selective and will damage any plant it touches.
3. Wait
Within hours, you’ll start to see the leaves wilt and brown.
Full results are typically visible by the next day.
4. See Results
Weeds and grass in the treated area will dry out and turn brown.
You can pull them out easily or leave them to decompose naturally.
Tips & Cautions
Use with care around flower beds and lawns.
May need re-application for stubborn or deep-rooted weeds.
Works best for small areas or spot treatments.
The salt can affect soil health—avoid overuse in garden beds where you plan to plant later.