Fans of cleaning influencer Mrs Hinch have shared a simple white vinegar hack to kill weeds between stones and pebbles on driveways. The method, which involves spraying undiluted white vinegar directly onto weeds, is said to work within minutes.
Posting on the Mrs Hinch Gardening Tips Facebook page, Gladys Lynn Siddens asked whether white vinegar was effective for weeds growing between pebbles. Fellow fans responded with enthusiastic endorsements, with Angela Pugmire claiming she had no weeds since treating her block paving with vinegar.
Several users recommended adding washing-up liquid to the vinegar. Stuart Egerton explained that distilled white vinegar alone kills only annual weeds, but mixing it with a carrier like washing-up liquid tackles both annual and perennial varieties. The acetic acid in vinegar dehydrates the weed, while the detergent breaks down the plant's outer coating for better absorption.
Sarah Hooper reported that spraying white vinegar on weeds kills them in minutes, while Ann Petch found it the most effective method she had tried. Helen Cook advised buying a large bottle from Asda and spraying liberally.
However, users warned against getting vinegar on grass or other plants, as it can kill them too. Richard Boton recommended topping up after rain to maintain effectiveness. The hack requires only a spray bottle, white vinegar, and optionally washing-up liquid for a homemade weed killer.
