Inexpensive Lawn Care

Transform your outdoor space with our "Inexpensive Lawn Care" recipe, a budget-friendly and eco-conscious solution for a lush, thriving yard. This DIY guide features a powerful, natural weed killer made with household staples like vinegar, dish soap, and Epsom salt—ideal for tackling pesky weeds without harsh chemicals. Learn how to rejuvenate bare patches with nutrient-rich compost, high-quality grass seed, and proper watering techniques, all while promoting healthy, long-lasting growth. Optional additions like mulch provide effortless weed suppression and enhance the beauty of your garden beds. Perfect for homeowners seeking sustainable lawn care, this step-by-step approach ensures a vibrant, pesticide-free lawn at a fraction of the cost. Embrace low-cost, natural solutions and watch your yard flourish!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 gallon Vinegar (white or apple cider)
• 2 tablespoons Dish soap
• 1 cup Epsom salt
• 1 pound Grass seed (optional, for patching bare spots)
• 1 bag Compost or organic matter
• 10 gallons Water
• 1 bag Mulch (optional, for weed suppression)

Directions

Step 1

Step 1: Begin by preparing your natural weed killer. In a large spray bottle, combine 1 gallon of vinegar, 2 tablespoons of dish soap, and 1 cup of Epsom salt. Shake well to mix.

Step 2

Step 2: Locate unwanted weeds in your lawn. Spray the solution directly onto weeds during a sunny day for optimal results. Avoid overspraying onto grass as the solution may harm it.

Step 3

Step 3: For bare patches in the lawn, rake the area thoroughly to remove dead grass and loosen compacted soil.

Step 4

Step 4: Spread a thin, even layer of compost over the prepared area to enrich the soil. Scatter grass seed generously over the compost and lightly press the seeds into place with your hand or a small flat tool.

Step 5

Step 5: Water the patched spots thoroughly but gently. Use about 10 gallons of water to provide moisture for the entire lawn, prioritizing dry areas and new grass seed patches.

Step 6

Step 6: Optional: Add a layer of mulch around flower beds or specific weedy areas to suppress future weed growth naturally.

Step 7

Step 7: Maintain the lawn by mowing regularly, keeping grass at a height of at least 3 inches to promote root health and discourage weeds.

Step 8

Step 8: Water the lawn in the early morning to reduce evaporation and encourage even growth. Repeat watering as needed, especially during hot or dry spells.

Step 9

Step 9: Repeat weed treatment and lawn patching steps as needed to keep your lawn thriving without expensive chemical products.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(43599.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	757.1

Total Fat 0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1388.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2523.6mg	0%
Iron 0mg	0%
Potassium 2776.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.0%

Protein: 0.0%

Carbs: 100.0%