Remove weeds from patios for good with gardener's 1 natural item that's not vinegar

When it comes to tackling weeds, many of us reach for harsh chemicals or resort to pouring boiling water, but these methods can be ineffective and even hazardous. Boiling water can harm nearby plants, while chemical weed killers pose risks to pets, children, and the environment.

Luckily, there's a gentler, more natural solution that's probably hiding in your kitchen cupboard. It's easy to apply, eco-friendly, and remarkably effective at killing off weeds. That miracle ingredient is baking soda – a household staple that can banish weeds from your front or back garden.

Sprinkle baking soda generously into patio cracks and crevices to dry out any pesky weeds.

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However, for best results, apply baking soda on a dry, sunny day to effectively kill the invasive plant. It's also a great tool for preventing weed regrowth, reports .

According to experts at William James & Co, "baking soda is a safe and natural method that works best on small weeds and on hard surfaces like patios and driveways."

The experts recommend spraying "a little water on top" of the baking soda to help it stick to the invasive plant.

Leave the baking soda and water solution on the weeds "for a few days" until the plant completely wilts and browns.

Then, to prevent further regrowth, remove them with either a hand fork or a patio cleaning brush.

Like all gardens, routine upkeep is necessary to keep the troublesome weed under control - this isn't a one-off magic fix.

But this gentle method is particularly attractive to households with pets or little ones who play on patios and garden paths.

Moreover, you'll pocket savings on pricey weed treatments whilst maintaining a spick and span garden.

So, when you next spot those irksome green sprouts poking through your patio, give the chemical weed killer a miss and grab the baking soda instead.