Corn gluten meal can be used a natural, organic herbicide by preventing sprouting seeds from rooting. It's important to note that this is a pre-emergent herbicide, so it won't kill weeds or unwanted plants that already exist.
Instructions
Corn Gluten Meal as a Natural Herbicide
1. Corn gluten meal is a yellow powdery substance. Simply apply it to your garden or lawn with a spreader as weeds or unwanted plant seeds are sprouting. Use this method of herbicide for pre-emergent only. The corn gluten meal will inhibit the weed from growing any roots.
2. If it doesn't rain or you do not otherwise water your lawn or garden within five days, water it with about 1/4 inch of water. This will help activate the corn gluten meal.
3. Allow for drying time. This step is crucial. The dry soil is what will kill the weeds or unwanted plants that the corn gluten meal stopped from rooting. Without adequate drying time, the weeds or unwanted plants could form roots, so wait for another five to seven days to water again.
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