Dandelion – a fairly common perennial plant with a strong root system, which is quite difficult to get rid of. But this can be done, and the mechanical method usually does not give a special effect. No matter how the dandelion is removed, it will soon reappear, especially if the plants grow near paths made of concrete or fences, buildings.
Kyiv. Ukraine. Ukraine Gate – April 28, 2021 – Agriculture
What shall I do
The main rule is to choose the right time to control weeds. In this case – it’s autumn, a period of slowing down the life processes of the plant. If there is no effect from manual removal, then you should pay attention to other methods, namely spraying. Nowadays, there are many chemicals, but I do not really want to use them so as not to contaminate the soil. There is another no less effective, but absolutely safe option – a self-made solution consisting of liquid soap, citric acid, and vinegar.
The ready-made solution in the fall, be sure, when the street is dry weather, you need to treat the rosettes of plants (watering with a watering can is perfect). In a couple of days, the plants and their root system die. In the spring, the procedure can also be done, but only before flowering. After processing, the dandelion dies in a day.
It all takes about an hour, but the procedure will have to be done twice a year – the first time in the spring and the second in the fall. The seeds still arrive from neighboring areas.
For the solution you will need:
70% acetic essence – 170 milliliters (1 bottle), which must be dissolved in five glasses of 250 milliliters of water (1, 250 liters);
citric acid – 4 tsp, which is also soluble in water (500 milliliters);
both solutions are mixed and added liquid dishwashing detergent in the amount of four tablespoons.
The solution for processing is ready. The output is two liters of the tool. That’s enough.
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Source: Ukrgate
