garden tools for killing weeds

5 Classic Weed Killers Due for a Comeback

Drop that weed whacker: These traditional, low-tech weeding tricks still work.

By Emily Main

Topics: gardening tools and gear

Instead of chemicals and gas-powered gadgets, try a retro approach to weeding that’s better for the environment and healthier for you.

RODALE NEWS, EMMAUS, PA—What do Halloween costumes, communism, British high tea, and backyard barbecues all have in common? They all employ a tool or tactic that our ancestors used to keep their farms and gardens weed free. While most modern gardeners think that killing weeds can be backbreaking work, there are actually quite a few hand tools and other traditional tricks that can wipe out dandelions without taking a toll on your spine.
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killing thistles

Posted on May 21st, 2010 by dian

My Dad born in 1914, told me that to kill thistles, cut them off and pour salt into the hollow core. works for me and I've killed broom bush the same way, used road salt for that.

weeds

Posted on May 21st, 2010 by Margit

Marie is right, you need a goat and a donkey for the thistles. They dig them out to get to the roots. Might have a few holes to fill up, but thistles are gone for good. You might get rid of your weeds, but keep in mind, the neighbors weed seeds will still be coming back on your place, unless you can get them to do something about it too. Good luck!

Weeds

Posted on May 20th, 2010 by Marie

Sounds like you need to borrow someone's goat!

"a larger teakettle"

Posted on May 20th, 2010 by Nickel Pincher

There are commercial-scale steam weed-control devices such as http://www.rittenhouse.ca/asp/Product.asp?PG=1898, but I'm not familiar with a consumer unit. Maybe you can talk your local rental business in to buying a commercial one so you can rent it.

Another option you may want to check out a flame weeder, such as http://www.johnnyseeds.com/p-6000-red-dragon-backpack-flame-weeder.aspx

Weeds

Posted on July 31st, 2009 by Redd

I have 2 acres of weeds, most;y thistle and milkweed. Where can I buy a larger teakettle?

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