Weed Control – The Worst Garden Weeds And How To Deal With Them
If you are building a new garden or just planting up a border, then it’s advisable to ensure that the soil is free of these particular weed species before embarking on the planting. The first three species in the list, all develop extensive root systems which are all but impossible to remove manually. Mulch is ineffective in controlling them. They ought to be eliminated by use of a systemic herbicide such as Roundup. In order for the systemic properties of Roundup to work effectively, the weeds have to be growing actively and the shade temperature should be above 23-24c. In cases where these weed types are not visible but their presence in the soil is nonetheless suspected, the ground has to be watered thoroughly in order to encourage their growth, so that they can be sprayed. This is a laborious process taking up to 12 weeks if carried out properly. Also if you are planting in the winter, don’t be fooled by the non-appearance of these species. They grow actively in the summer and are