A GREEN-FINGERED expert has shared their genius tips for killing those pesky weeds in your garden once and for all.
You probably have everything you need in your bathroom cupboard to keep your outdoor space clear and free without forking out on harsh, expensive chemicals.
Rubbing alcohol is a classic cabinet staple for those emergency cuts that need a strong sanitise.
But it turns out the item can also be sprayed on your weeds - drawing out moisture from the plants.
Just mix two tablespoons of the alcohol with a litre of water and cover your unwanted plants.
Without their water, the weeds shouldn't survive, clearing your garden nicely.
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The clever trick was shared in House Beautiful, along with several other household products you can use to take out the pesky plants.
Vinegar and salt, while usually a popular topping for your chips, can also work to rid your outdoor haven of weeds.
Spraying undiluted vinegar on the vines that grow in the cracks of your block paving and driveways will alter the soil and cut them off.
But avoid using it on large patches of grass so as to keep the soil healthy for your more desirable plants.
Salt has also been used as a handy pesticide for hundreds of years - just dilute three parts salt to one part water, let it stand for 10 minutes and spray it over the weeds.
Like vinegar, you should avoid using this directly on your flowers.
Continuing the kitchen theme, baking soda also dehydrates plants and can eventually kill your weeds if you sprinkle it on ones creeping through pavement cracks.
And if you don't want to fork out a penny for the pesky task, just putting the kettle on could help.
Boiling water poured carefully over just the area you want to kill can destroy growing weeds.
Other gardening enthusiasts shared their favourite hack for ridding a stone patio of weeds and moss.
Sharing their advice on social media, one said non bio laundry powder sprinkled over the affected areas should kill the plants fast.
And as its available in Sainsbury's for just £3, the useful tip shouldn't break the bank.
One person suggested: “Washing powder. You would be amazed at the transformation.
"You can sweep new sand back into the seams afterwards.”
A second advised: “Honestly sounds strange, but cover it in cheap washing machine powder and brush it around.
"It kills moss and everything fast, and then the rain will rinse it off.”
A third recommended: “Biological washing powder works well.
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"Sprinkle it on and either let it rain or spray some water on and it goes in 15 minutes.”
Cheap gardening tips
- Keep weeds away with straw
According to horticulturists and plant professionals, all-natural straw is one of the most effective tools to bring into your garden.
You don’t need to buy a whole bale – you can typically buy smaller bundles at your local farm store for upwards of £1.50.
Some stores even sell pre-portioned bags made for gardens, which can cost closer to £10 but can be found on the shelves or online. - Call your local garden centre
If you are unsure of how to care for your plants, hop on the phone or online and get in touch with your local garden center, rather than resorting to the internet.
Nursery employees will have an up-to-the-minute understanding of your area’s conditions, and any plant care tips that are unique to your climate and soil.
Calling them with a question or stopping in is totally fine – they want your plants to thrive, too. - Wood to keep slugs out
Use a piece of wood to keep the slugs out of your garden.
Experts say that they’ll crawl under it for shade.
Then you can gather them up and get rid of them. - Save your toilet paper tubes.
You can use paper towel tubes and toilet paper tubes in your garden, according to a tip from Family Handyman.
Save the tubes and cut them into two-inch lengths before placing them in a waterproof tray.
Then simply fill the tubes with potting soil and start planting your seeds.
According to the site, when you’re ready to move them into the garden, they can be planted right in the tubes and, because it’s cardboard, they’ll decompose organically.