How can I get rid of weeds without using harsh chemicals?

Here is. a post about it on Hometalk! https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/pest-repeller/natural-weed-killer-20665086

Natural Weed Killer

You can spray a 1:1 mix of vinegar and water OR pour boiling water on them...they will grow back though...unless you use a chemical weed killer

There are lots of vinegar recipes you can use. You can find some here:

https://gardenerdy.com/vinegar-weed-killer-recipe

Selective herbicides ( wont harm grass) can be purchased at most retail venues —if you do not wish to use commercial chemicals preparations -there are diy homemade alternatives.

Recipes using natural household products can be a way to eliminate your weeds, these very helpful links from Hometalk are a great a great synopsis.

https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/pest-repeller/diy-weed-killer-38537988?

https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/pest-repeller/s-9-natural-weed-killers-that-will-save-your-summer-garden-17001086?

https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/pest-repeller/natural-weed-killer-20665086?

There are several here on HT:

https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=weed%20killer

I just soak the area and pull the next day...I need the exercise! LOL

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This is not an exact science – approximate measures are totally fine 1 gallon white vinegar and cup Epsom salts and ¼ cup liquid dish soap Combine ingredients in spray bottle and treat weeds at the hottest time of day for best results.