That looks like another incomplete “before/after” recipe post, and it’s usually one of those viral cleaning or gardening hacks.
Most commonly, this mixture:
- 2 cups vinegar
- 1/2 cup salt
- 1 tablespoon (usually dish soap)
is used as a homemade weed killer.
What it actually does
- Vinegar (acetic acid) burns plant leaves
- Salt dehydrates the plant
- Dish soap helps the mixture stick to the leaves
Reality check
- It can kill small weeds temporarily
- It does not always kill roots, so weeds may grow back
- Salt can damage your soil, making it hard for other plants to grow
- It can also harm nearby grass or flowers if sprayed carelessly
Bottom line
It’s a real DIY weed spray, but not a miracle solution—and it can cause side effects if overused.
If you tell me what you were planning to use it for, I can suggest a safer or more effective option.
