Green Gobbler 20% Vinegar Weed & Grass Killer (1 gal) Review (2026)
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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- Driveways
- Patios
- Glyphosate free
- Spot treatment
- Organic
A glyphosate-free, OMRI-listed vinegar weed killer that's great for burning down young weeds on hardscapes — corrosive, contact-only, and best for spot use, not deep-rooted perennials.
Pros
- Glyphosate-free, OMRI-listed burndown that visibly wilts weeds within hours in sun
- No soil-residual activity, so treated areas can be replanted relatively soon
- Effective on young annual weeds in cracks, driveways, and gravel
Cons
- 20% vinegar is corrosive — it can cause serious eye and skin irritation, so goggles and gloves are required (far stronger than kitchen vinegar)
- Non-selective and contact-only: it burns tops but often doesn't kill established perennial roots, so weeds regrow and need repeat sprays
- Works best in hot, sunny weather; can damage any green plant it drifts onto
Specifications
| Active | Acetic acid 20% (horticultural vinegar, corn-derived) |
|---|---|
| Organic | OMRI Listed; glyphosate-free |
| Targets | Young broadleaf weeds & grasses (non-selective, burndown) |
| Use on edibles | Non-selective — keep off desirable plants; not a spray for crops |
| Safety | 20% acetic acid is corrosive — wear eye protection and gloves; can irritate skin/eyes/lungs. Follow label |