Gardening tips: Eliminate weeds and moss from paving stones easily

Unsightly weeds, moss, or grass often grow between the paving stones. How can you effectively remove them without much effort? Thanks to a mix of three simple ingredients, you'll quickly eliminate this problem, and the plants protruding from the paving stones will stop marring your garden.

Paving stones are still one of the most popular materials for hardening surfaces. Their undeniable advantages are their aesthetic appearance and resistance to harsh weather conditions.

Weeds and moss growing in the gaps are a troublesome problem for many garden owners. Undesirable plants mar driveways and walkways, and removing them mechanically is time-consuming and tiring. Additionally, it only provides a temporary solution.

The most challenging opponent is moss, which initially appears in the gaps between the stones and, over time, spreads, growing on the surface itself. This plant can cause significant damage to the surface.

Due to their porous structure, paving stones easily absorb moisture, which contributes to their rapid destruction. Plants and moss growing in the gaps push the stones, causing cracks and unevenness. That's why it's so important to remove weeds from them regularly.

So, how can you quickly and effectively get rid of the problem? Just prepare a spray with three ingredients: vinegar, Epsom salt, and dish soap. Not only will we save money this way, but we will also take care of nature by not using invasive chemical preparations.

Add 1 litre (approx. 1 quart) of distilled vinegar, 60 millilitres (4 tablespoons) of Epsom salt, and 15 millilitres (1 teaspoon) of dish soap, and then mix thoroughly. Pour this mixture into a spray bottle.

Spray the paving stones in places where moss and weeds have appeared. Repeat the treatment for several days. Remember to use it on days when it is not raining. Otherwise, all our work will be in vain.