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Jun 12, 2016 3:41 PM CST
Name: Carol Roberts
Huntington Beach, CA (Zone 10b)
Sunset 24
Annuals Container Gardener Dog Lover Foliage Fan
The grass is growing around the edges of the cardboard I've put down to kill it off so I can cover that area with pavers. I guess the grass cutter guy could do something about it. A propane torch in a mobile home park is a non-starter. The neighbors would stone me to death from fear.
Can't complain too loud about how the ball bounces when I'm the one who dropped it.
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Jun 12, 2016 5:08 PM CST
Name: Glen Ingram
Macleay Is, Qld, Australia (Zone 12a)
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Carol, this is from the Weed Library in the left hand column here of NGA. I haven't tried these myself but will give them a go and see. There are other anti-weed recommendations there under the different weeds listed.

"Organic herbicides. There are several herbicides made from natural ingredients. Those that contain clove oil (eugenol) give the best control of young broadleaf weeds. Products containing acetic acid, often in combination with citric acid, do a good job on young grasses. Some products contain both clove oil and acetic acid, so they are useful for a broad variety of weeds. Soap-based herbicides dehydrate leaves by cutting through their protective layer of cutin. All of these types of organic herbicides work best on young weeds and pose only a temporary setback to well-rooted perennial weeds. To minimize damage to neighboring plants, spray only in dry, still weather. To maximize effectiveness, spray young weeds when temperatures are above 70 degrees F and the sun is shining brightly. Be aware that repeated applications of a product containing acetic acid (which is very strong vinegar) can lower the soil's pH, making it more acidic."
The problem is that when you are young your life it is ruined by your parents. When you are older it is ruined by your children.
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Jun 12, 2016 7:54 PM CST
Name: Carol Roberts
Huntington Beach, CA (Zone 10b)
Sunset 24
Annuals Container Gardener Dog Lover Foliage Fan
Huh... I should have known there would be a weed library. Thanks for looking that up, Glen. I'll do some research.
Can't complain too loud about how the ball bounces when I'm the one who dropped it.
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Jun 12, 2016 9:08 PM CST
Name: Sherry
Northern California
Sunset Zone 17
Charter ATP Member I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Region: Pacific Northwest Seed Starter Region: California Plant Identifier
It's nice hearing from you, gleni...please do come and visit with us often......we're always here...LOL...
I could be wrong...
and.....
"maybe I should have kept my mouth shut....."
The Urge for Seeds is Strong in This One.....
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Jun 16, 2016 4:47 PM CST
Name: Glen Ingram
Macleay Is, Qld, Australia (Zone 12a)
(Lee Reinke X Rose F Kennedy) X Unk
Amaryllis Hybridizer Canning and food preservation Lilies Native Plants and Wildflowers Orchids
Plant Lover: Loves 'em all! Pollen collector Lover of wildlife (Raccoon badge) Plays in the sandbox Sedums Seed Starter
Will do Sherry now I found the thread.
The problem is that when you are young your life it is ruined by your parents. When you are older it is ruined by your children.
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Jun 16, 2016 5:38 PM CST
Name: Sherry
Northern California
Sunset Zone 17
Charter ATP Member I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Region: Pacific Northwest Seed Starter Region: California Plant Identifier
We love the company.......company who doesn't call you on the phone or knock on your door......best kind....LOL...
I could be wrong...
and.....
"maybe I should have kept my mouth shut....."
The Urge for Seeds is Strong in This One.....

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