Does Baking Soda Really Kill Weeds? Here's What a Turf Expert Says

Does Baking Soda Really Kill Weeds? Here's What a Turf Expert Says

It may not be the magic-bullet solution you’ve been searching for.Spiderstock/Getty ImagesKey TakeawaysBaking soda can kill weeds by drawing out moisture and burning the surface, but it's only a short-term fix for small, exposed weeds.A more effective weed control method than baking soda is spot-treating with horticultural vinegar (at least 20% acetic acid).For best results with horticultural vinegar, apply it on a sunny and dry day directly to …