The next summer cottage season is about to start. And then, when summer comes, gardeners will once again face the problem of fighting weeds.
One of the most impudent is the woodlouse, also known as chickweed.
Yes, the plant is annual, but it quickly spreads across the site and can occupy the entire territory.
Traditionally, they fight the enemy by weeding. But it takes too much time and effort.
Experienced summer residents named other options that are faster and more effective in solving the current problem.
Soil liming
Since woodlice love acidic soil, reducing acidity through liming will drive out the adversary.
We will lime our beds and add dolomite flour or wood ash.
Don't forget to constantly check the soil acidity level - if it decreases sufficiently, the woodlice will disappear.
Salt, soda and vinegar
They are perfect for places where impudent weeds have attacked paths, row spacing and locations where there are no cultivated plants.
Salt should be sprinkled on the places where woodlice grow. The same applies to soda.
If we are talking about vinegar, then we make a solution with water (1 to 3) and spray.
Attention! These methods cannot be used directly on the beds, as there is a risk of damaging the plants being grown.
Chemistry
It is better to use chemicals if woodlice are extremely aggressive in taking over your territory.
Experienced gardeners recommend herbicides such as Roundup, Tornado and Hurricane Forte.
The preparations are effective against weeds, but they should be used with caution, especially near plantings.
Ash
Some gardeners advise sprinkling this solution on the areas where woodlice grow once a week.
In addition to the fact that weed growth is weakened in this way, the soil receives additional useful microelements.
How to prevent woodlice from appearing
Experienced gardeners advise loosening the soil on a regular basis - it will be more difficult for weeds to take hold.
It is also necessary to reduce the acidity of the soil, which has already been mentioned.
It is recommended not to allow too dense plantings - weeds love shade, and the more light, the more difficult it is for them to survive.
