Longevity: Any weed killers that needed to be reapplied after rain were significantly marked down, as this doubled the time you’d have to spend on weed killing. You should always read the packaging before applying weed killers on or near to to edible plants that you intend to consume.

Some weeds may require reapplication, but you shouldn’t find this weed killer lets you down in any way. In terms of application, the container holds 5 L of liquid which is applied to weeds via a built-in spray nozzle. The latest results from the US Environmental Protection Agency conclude that it is not carcinogenic and therefore safe to use if precautions as stated on packaging are followed. It is a systematic herbicide, meaning it seeps its way into the foliage and down to the root system where it destroys the enzymes responsible for plant growth.Not effective on all kinds of weeds, such as woody and very tough weeds, for example horsetails, however, we didn’t find any weedkiller that can kill horsetails straight away. Use by professional garden and farmers, this product can tackle your weed problem and kill the weed from the root - the ultimate weed killer! While children and pets need to be kept off the treated area until it’s dried, this took around 15 minutes.

It’s toxic to pollinators and pond life, and children / pets need to be kept off the treated area until it’s dried. Some species are poisonous and others cause skin irritation to humans and animals in case of contact. With that in mind, be sure to schedule your weed control beforehand and read the label to see when it is best to use the weed killer.However, the results are reliably positive, albeit slow – it takes around one week for clover to start visibly yellowing and dying.