(...Probably worth noting that flame weeders don't need to burn the plant or heat the roots, they just need to heat the leaves - a few repeats and the plants will give up)
(...Probably worth noting that flame weeders don't need to burn the plant or heat the roots, they just need to heat the leaves - a few repeats and the plants will give up)
In fact the leaf temperature only has to reach 60ºC to be effectively killed. I sometimes use a boiled kettle to spot-kill weeds in paved areas. Not so good if you are a bit doddery on your pins or have shaky hands.
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