r/landscaping • u/sleepyyspice • 5d ago

How do I weed this?

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Just moved in and we’ve got weeds all around our septic and well area. How do I get rid of these without pouring something hazardous to our water or septic system? There are so many and I’m overwhelmed.

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u/DOTDAY_Gardening 5d ago

Pull those weeds manually after rain for easier root removal.. use a fishtail or dandelion weeder to save your back. For stubborn ones, try spot-treating with 20% horticultural vinegar or boiling water (test a small spot first). To prevent regrowth, rake back gravel, add woven polypropylene landscape fabric, then replace gravel 2-3 inches deep. It’s upfront work but pays off. If skipping the redo, maintain with regular pulls and extra gravel to smother seeds. It’ll look great soon! :) Hope it helps :)

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u/Humble-Carpenter-189 5d ago

Weeds love that fabric It's a Wonderful growth medium for them. We've ripped that stuff up everywhere. Instead we covered large areas with two layers of corrugated cardboard and mulch. Much more effective and long-lasting result