Thistles are generally often considered weeds, but there are also very decorative ornamental thistles. But both have one thing in common, because all thistles have long taproots and are therefore difficult to remove from the garden.
How do I effectively remove thistles from the garden?
To remove thistles effectively, you should pull them out before they bloom, ideally after rain, and treat the roots with a mixture of 100 ml vinegar and 20 g s alt. Use chemicals only when necessary, do not dispose of plant parts in the compost.
Is it enough to simply pull out the thistles?
If you just want to remove thistles from your garden by pulling them out, then be prepared for a lot of work. The thistles grow back as long as the roots are still in the ground. However, the new plant becomes a little weaker with each sprout. So it's important that you stick with it.
You should also pull out the plants before they set seeds, otherwise new thistles will grow quickly. To remove or chop up the remains of the taproots, you can use a thistle cutter (€42.00 on Amazon) or a spade. However, do not throw the plant parts into your compost, as the thistles will quickly spread back into your garden.
Are there home remedies for thistles?
S alt and vinegar are home remedies for thistles. Mix about 20 grams of s alt with 100 ml of vinegar. Apply this mixture to the roots of the thistles to be removed. It ensures that the thistle slowly dries out.
Is chemical control harmful to he alth?
Using chemical agents in the home garden is never completely safe. For one thing, it not only attacks the plants you want to remove, but also plants in the surrounding area. On the other hand, the chemicals get into the soil via the irrigation water and can also cause damage there.
Last but not least, you are putting your own he alth at risk by using pesticides. Therefore, handle these products very carefully and adhere to the protective measures described in the instructions. Also protect the neighboring plants of your thistles.
Tips for thistle removal:
- be sure to remove before flowering
- best to pull out after a long rain
- Home remedies: Mixture of vinegar and s alt
- Do not dispose of plant parts in the compost
- Chemicals only when necessary, careful handling is important
Tip
To remove thistles in an environmentally friendly way, you need a lot of patience and hard work or a mixture of vinegar and s alt.
