| My clients often ask me if I like weeding, if it is a skill, or if anyone can pull out or remove weeds. |
| Yes, absolutely! Weeding isn’t just about pulling plants out of the ground—it’s a skill that can be done efficiently and effectively with the proper techniques. Here are some key tips to make weeding more straightforward and more successful: |
| Weed at the Right Time After Rain: The Soil is softer, making it easier to pull out weeds, including their roots. Before Seeding: Removing weeds before they go to seed prevents future generations from growing. Morning or Late Afternoon: Cooler temperatures make it more comfortable to work. |
| Use the Right Tools Hand Pulling: Works for small or young weeds, but get the root! Hoes: Scuffle and stirrup hoes slice weeds below the soil surface. Weeding Knives: Great for getting deep-rooted weeds like dandelions. Mulching: Use wood chips, straw, or landscape fabric to smother weeds. |
| Technique Matters Pull from the Base: Grip the weed as close to the ground as possible to get the entire root. Loosen Soil First: Use a trowel or fork for deep-rooted weeds. Twist, Don’t Yank: Twisting can help loosen and remove roots more thoroughly. Weed Consistently: Regular, short weeding sessions are better than occasional long ones. |
| Prevent Future Weeds Mulch: Blocks sunlight and suppresses weed growth. Plant Densely: Crowding out weeds with healthy plants reduces available space for them. Boiling Water / Vinegar: Natural options for killing weeds in cracks or pathways. |
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When we lived in Florida, weeds were a real problem. It was a real chore to keep up with it.
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Oh absolutely Eugenia, weeds are the bane of everyday gardening, gotta love ’em, mm maybe not 🙂
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