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Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | gallon | Vinegar |
Vinegar
5% table vinegar is a common, versatile vinegar with a mild acidic taste used in cooking, cleaning, and preserving. It lasts indefinitely if stored properly and is found in the condiment aisle in
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| 1 | cup | Salt |
Salt
Salt, pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral primarily composed of sodium chloride. It is the most common type of salt used in everyday cooking and seasoning.
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Above and beyond its basic uses, table |
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| 2 | tablespoons | Liquid Dish Soap |
Liquid Dish Soap
Liquid dish soap, a staple in every kitchen and laundry room, serves primarily as a grease fighter and cleaner for dishes and various surfaces.
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This cleaning agent is not edible and should never be |
| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Minutes | 0 Minutes | 5 minutes |
Directions:
1. In a large container, mix the white vinegar with the salt.
2. Stir until the salt is completely dissolved.
3. Add the dish soap to the vinegar and salt solution.
4. Pour the solution into a spray bottle or a garden sprayer.
5. Spray the mixture directly onto the Creeping Charlie, making sure to coat the leaves thoroughly.
6. The best time to apply is on a sunny day because the vinegar works best under direct sunlight.
7. If the Creeping Charlie does not die off after the first application, reapply the solution a week later.
8. This solution can harm grass and other desirable plants if contacted directly, so use it carefully.
Submitted by Kagar K. | May 4th, 2024 See all of Kagar K.'s Recipes.
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