Using vinegar in the garden and with garden tools
Herbicide for controlling weeds
Vinegar is sprayed undiluted onto the dry weeds. The plants literally burn after coming into contact with vinegar.
The treatment must be carried out at least 24 hours after the last rain. At higher temperatures (>20 °C) and in sunny weather, the treatment works faster. If the weeds resprout, a further treatment is necessary.
When treating individual plants, 1 litre is sufficient for up to 100 m².
Removing limescale from garden tools and flower pots
Water containing limescale leaves ugly limescale marks on clay, terracotta and plastic pots over time. First bathe in vinegar to dissolve the limescale. Then use baking soda as a scouring powder to remove the remaining crusts.
Cleaning rusty garden tools and grill grates
Place heavily rusted garden tools in vinegar for a few days. Then treat the rusty areas with baking soda. If necessary, leave to act for a while or rub the areas with the baking soda paste using a sponge or brush.