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Stop wasting your cash on weed killer – my DIY spray is the best garden hack ever, my patio’s still clear a year later

Published on May 12, 2025 at 06:17 PM

NOW that Brits can finally bask in some sunshine, many are preparing their gardens to enjoy some well-deserved relaxation without their outdoor spaces being an eyesore.

From with new additions to tidying up by mowing the lawn and , those with gardens may find themselves spending their weekends giving them a bit of TLC.

A hand pulling weeds from a gravel garden bed.
Many Brits are looking for ways to banish the weeds in their garden
Jodie Oates has revealed her ‘best ever’ garden hack

And one woman has revealed the “”;; to make things easier for you.

She also claims that it will save you on weed killers.

Jodie Oates shared that her method typically lasts for the year but issued a warning about where to use it, as it can be too strong for certain areas.

The fan, known as ‘official_jodiee’ on , posted a video explaining that all you need is an old plastic spray bottle, cheap washing-up liquid, white vinegar and salt.

However, she cautions that anyone planning to grow plants should avoid using the mixture near them, as it is “too acidic in soil.”;;

Jodie explained that this DIY method has replaced store-bought weed killers for her as she claims, “this works better.”;;

Jodie shared that when she , she didn’t use a weed liner underneath the slate and people criticised her for it.

However, she explained that she hadn’t had any weeds coming through because she sprayed her mixture all over it first.

Jodie also explained that she has no “exact measurements”;; and just does it all “by eye,”;; and once it is sprayed the weeds will die.

She also warned of the safety around shop-bought mixtures and using them around as it can be “toxic”;; for them.

However, Jodie explains that her mixture “won’t harm them at all.”;;

After one day of her video being uploaded, Jodie managed to gain 285.7k views as 160 people rushed to the comments section to share their thoughts.

One wrote: “Boil the kettle and pour it on.”;;

A second added: “I did this last year, and it worked amazing.”;;

A third person commented: “My dad taught me this hack years ago. I don’t use anything else now.”;;

Woman mixing weed killer ingredients.
She mixes her ingredients in a plastic bottle with a spray lid

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