Weeds are a fact of life. Wherever you live, weed maintenance for property features such as lakes, ponds, gardens, and flower beds will always be necessary for gardeners or anyone who wants to keep their home looking great.

Whether you’re looking for weed control for lakes, ponds, flower beds, or patios, there are many options from which to choose. From homemade sprays to manufactured chemicals, weed control comes in many forms.

Sprays

Weed control sprays can be either homemade or store-bought. Whichever one you choose will depend on your preferences in regards to natural versus synthetic.

Homemade

Homemade weed control sprays are simple to make with ingredients you likely already have at home. For example, combining Epsom salts, dishwashing soap, and white vinegar will give you a spray that will kill off the weeds in your sidewalk cracks.

Store-Bought

Weed control sprays made with chemicals are available in home improvement stores, garden centers, and grocery stores. These sprays come in smaller spray bottles, larger bottles with a hose attached, or large containers you can fit on your back and fill with your spray of choice.

Granules

Weed control granules are small, pebble-sized stones that you can spread out across your flower and mulch beds. They can be organic or Synthetic.

Should You Choose Organic or Synthetic Weed Killer?

Organic weed killers are typically made with plant-based ingredients, such as clove oil. These are generally considered safe for humans, pets, and other small animals.

Synthetic weed killers use harsher chemicals that are often poisonous to both humans and animals. These weed killers can cause things such as eye irritation or severe illness if ingested.

The type of weed killer you choose will depend on your specific needs. Whether you choose synthetic or homemade, the proper weed killer can go a long way in keeping your property looking its best.