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What are the benefits of taking chickweed?

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There are a lot of reasons people take chickweed, including to treat constipation and stomach or bowel problems. It may also help with blood issues, lung disease, and even obesity.

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What kills creeping Charlie but not grass?

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You want a herbicide that is focused on broadleaf. It has to contain triclopyr or dicamba in order to be effective.

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What part of chickweed is edible?

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The raw leaves are used in salads and sandwiches. They are also common in some soups or stews. If cooked, the stems and flowers both can be used safely.

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How do you get rid of purslane?

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If you remove all trace of the weed, roots and all, it won't grow back and re-root. The seeds themselves require light, so using a thick layer of mulch will help stop them from growing. Layers of paper can also be used.

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The mouse ear chickweed is mingled with my Bowles Vinca. If I use vinegar on the chickweed will the residue of the vinegar in the ground kill my vinca?

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Yes, it will kill your plant. Try uprooting the chickweed by hand, if possible.

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