10 “Miracle” Garden Hacks That Actually Do More Harm Than Good

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00:0010 miracle garden hacks that actually do more harm than good.

00:05Using vinegar to kill weeds. Vinegar burns foliage but rarely kills roots,

00:10harms soil microbes, and lowers pH. Mulch or hand pull instead.

00:15Adding gravel to improve drainage. Gravel creates a perched water table,

00:20waterlogged roots, and rot. Use well-draining mixes, drainage holes,

00:24perlite, or sand. Coffee grounds as a universal fertilizer. Fresh grounds are acidic,

00:31may compact soil, and inhibit germination. Compost them first for balanced, safer nutrient benefits.

00:38Using salt to kill weeds. Salt dehydrates weeds but damages soil long-term and nearby plants.

00:44Prefers solarization or mulching for safer, lasting control.

00:48Eggshells to prevent slugs. The eggshell method is ineffective as slugs glide over them,

00:54use copper tape, beer traps, and reduce damp debris.

00:57Using baking soda for sweeter tomatoes. Baking soda doesn't affect tomato flavor and can disrupt

01:03soil balance. Choose sweet varieties, ample sun, and consistent moisture.

01:08Using Epsom salt for bigger blooms. Most soils have adequate magnesium, excess causes

01:13imbalances, and microbe harm. Use balanced fertilizers and compost instead.

01:18Pouring beer into your lawn for greener grass.

01:20Beers alcohol can damage turf and soil biology. Arate, overseed, fertilize properly,

01:26mow correctly, and water consistently instead. Adding hydrogen peroxide to boost roots.

01:32Routine hydrogen peroxide use damages root hairs and microbes. Reserve for specific rot issues.

01:39Improve drainage and organic matter. Using bleach to disinfect garden soil.

01:44Bleach kills beneficial soil life and reduces fertility. Instead, rotate crops, solarize,

01:50improve drainage, add beneficial microbes, and compost.