Definition of a weed
The dictionary says that a weed is ‘a wild (not deliberately cultivated) plant growing where it is not wanted’.
Ways to treat weeds
Chemical solutions take the back-ache and hard work out of weeding, they are much more efficient at getting rid of weeds.
Weeding by hand
The old adage of one year’s seeding means seven years weeding is not far from the truth. Some seeds remain viable for decades.
Using weedkillers
Weeds can generally be killed at any time of year. But the best time is when they are growing strongly because they absorb weedkiller more quickly.
Chemical safety
Children, pets, wildlife
In the case of most products the label will contain a warning to ‘Keep Product Away From Children and Pets’ or some words to this effect.
