Killing grass?

[TheHungrySquirrel]

Not tree related I know but figured some of you guys would have the knowledge.

 

I currently use my front garden to park on and I now need to kill the grass and replace with chip, I know the best way is to dig it off but my back won't let me do that.

 

I have read of using vinegar and sheeting it over with black plastic but I'm after something a little quicker if possible?

 

Thanks

[htb]

Roundup or one its generic equivalents

[thorndene forestry]

Agreed. Anything Glyphosate based.

[TheHungrySquirrel]

Something that I can pick up a local diy shed I'm guessing then? Or do I need to get so etching stronger?

[htb]

Most diy stores will stock Round up as a concentrate to be diluted prior to use or as a RTU ready to use formulation. Some will come with their own spray applicator some will not, depends if you have access to a sprayer. Most of the sprayers will have a hollow cone type nozzle and are prone to drift so be careful of adjacent lawns and non target plants you want to retain (roses are particularly susceptable).

[headgroundsman]

Most diy stores will stock Round up as a concentrate to be diluted prior to use or as a RTU ready to use formulation. Some will come with their own spray applicator some will not, depends if you have access to a sprayer. Most of the sprayers will have a hollow cone type nozzle and are prone to drift so be careful of adjacent lawns and non target plants you want to retain (roses are particularly susceptable).

 

Depending on the size of the lawn by far the best way to avoid any drift is to dilute concentrated Glyphosate by adding 25ml to a watering can and apply to 60 square metre. This is approximately equal to the full rate and has always served me well for this job

[htb]

Depending on the size of the lawn by far the best way to avoid any drift is to dilute concentrated Glyphosate by adding 25ml to a watering can and apply to 60 square metre. This is approximately equal to the full rate and has always served me well for this job

 

Aye done that on father in laws drive,works well

[TheHungrySquirrel]

The watering can sounds a good idea, any ideas how long it will take to die off? I'm going to cut it down as short as possible before hand then hoping to spray it and get it covered up ASAP with chip

[htb]

Dont cut it down short, down to 6" if you have too and remove cuttings before treating or you will shield the target. If you cut it too low you will have to let it regrow as again no target

[thorndene forestry]

The watering can sounds a good idea, any ideas how long it will take to die off? I'm going to cut it down as short as possible before hand then hoping to spray it and get it covered up ASAP with chip

 

If you do decide to cut it as short as possible, it's best to wait a week or so after for it to recover. Fresh green growth absorbs the chemical much better.

From then on, it'll be ok to cover after 3 days (minimum).

This is assuming it's a good quality chemical and good coverage!!!

 

Regards.