The first defense against weeds is to promote vigorous lawn growth. When the grass density is high, weeds have a hard time finding space to grow, which is why they always thrive best in sparse areas. Proper fertilization, watering, and mowing are very important for vigorous lawn growth. In addition, frequent cutting is complemented by …
Weed growth doesn’t stop in the winter. Many of them germinate in the fall, grow in the winter, develop flowers and seeds in the spring, and then die off in the hotter months. The seeds then start to germinate again in the next fall. It’s important to stop this cycle so winter weeds don’t take …
Henbit is an annual weed that typically germinates in the fall or winter. This means you’re most likely to see it cropping up next spring if you don’t take care of it this season. As with most weeds, henbit is opportunistic. It is going to settle into thin turfs and dry patches where there isn’t …
During the winter, it may seem like nothing is actively growing in your lawn and garden. But the truth is, many weed types overwinter successfully, and are waiting to emerge once the soil warms up. Most new growth is welcome in the spring time, but this certainly isn’t true for pests like spurge, dollarweed, henbit, …
Crabgrass is an invasive plant that competes with your established turf for water, nutrients, and ground coverage. When it’s left untreated, it can overtake your lawn in the most obnoxious manner. This species gets its name from the tendrils that reach out from the center of the patch, like crab legs, allowing it to slowly …
What homeowner likes weeds on their lawn? Even a small or a single weed can ruin the look of a beautiful, well-maintained lawn. Weeds grow annoyingly quick, which makes it hard if you just yank them out. Weeds grow and compete for the nutrients and sunlight needed to nourish your grass. The worst thing is …
Weeds can be a headache to landscape owners. Your beautiful and colorful garden can turn into a messy space. The expensive flowers, effort, and time will be useless in a snap. Take the time to address weeds quickly, to prevent a more expensive and time consuming issue. Removing the broadleaf weeds can be easy, however …
A shiny, lively, and green lawn is attractive and appealing to the eyes. As every home owner’s dream, it enhances the aesthetic value of your home. More than that, it gives you a sense of accomplishment. However, many homeowners experience the frustration of dandelion weed growth on their lawn. It can be disappointing and make …
Methods To Fixing A Weed Problem How can you fix a flower bed full of weeds in your garden? You can spend a few weeks tearing them out of the ground, but most will likely grow weary of this chore. Don’t get too worked up about. A few simple strategies will have your garden free …
There are Two Types of Weeds. The first type produces large quantities of seeds, however these weeds are easy to pull or hoe, but new ones keep appearing. The second type is harder to kill, often because these weeds have persistent underground roots or other parts that can sprout into new plants. And then you have the …