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Photos of a woman spraying a homemade weed killer on weeds, and before and after photos of weeds alive then dead.
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DIY Cheap Weed Killer Spray (Step by Step)

This homemade weed killer is cheap, effective, and easy to make with a few simple ingredients!
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 16 ounces
Author Jill Nystul
Cost $2

Equipment

  • spray bottle

Ingredients

  • 2 cups white vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp table salt
  • 1 Tbsp dish soap

Instructions

  • Add the vinegar and salt to a 16-ounce spray bottle, then replace the top and shake to combine.
    Photo showing a woman pouring vinegar for a cheap weed killer into a spray bottle
  • Remove the spray top, add the dish soap, then replace the top and tip the bottle gently side to side.
  • To use, spray onto weeds as soon as you notice them, ideally on a warm, sunny day. (Avoid overspray to protect nearby grass and plants!)
    Spray weeds with homemade weed killer as soon as you notice them - photo of a woman spraying a weed.

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