Use these easy steps to control weeds in your garden. Late spring is when most gardens get their first surge of weeds. I know mine has. But, there are ways to deal with these annoying unwelcome guests that will not get the best of you or your hands. Carefully pull the weeds straight up Mulching reduces weeds For determined weeds, cut off the tops so they don’t go to seed Plant shrubs and perennials closely to shade out weeds Spray weeds with white vinegar and let the sun take them out