Green Options

Weed Killer: Photo Courtesy of What's Cooking AmericaToday's tip comes from one of our readers, who will earn two $5 wind power cards from Renewable Choice Energy. Chimneyballoon of Wisconsin has a suggestion for removing weeds from sidewalks and driveways.

I have a unique way of getting the creeping charlie weeds to stop taking over my driveway cracks. I love to buy produce from the

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Herbicides are great for killing weeds, but they also contaminate soils and groundwater, and are toxic to pets and children (not to mention the rest of us). Check out some alternative options for controlling your weeds before going to chemical route.

The best way to get rid of weeds is a little manual labor: Pull 'em. When pulling by hand remove when soil is damp (it's easier than taking them

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