Whether you view weeds as beneficial or problematic depends on your perspective and the goals you set for your lawn. Many gardeners embrace biodiversity in turf areas to support pollinators, birds, ...
Last week, I discussed struggles gardeners face to manage weeds from overtaking flower beds, vegetable gardens and landscapes this time of year while attempting to do so without harsh ...
Maybe you have been telling yourself that you need to control the weeds in your lawn. That’s a worthy goal. Now is a good time to assess what weeds are there and whether they bother you enough to ...
There are many different types of weeds that can spoil a lush, green lawn: crabgrass, dandelions, white clover, quack grass, wood sorrel, bindweed, broad-leaf plantain, cinquefoil and creeping charley ...
When you put in the work to try and maintain a healthy lawn, it can be disheartening to see weeds pop up among your grass. The fact is that weed control is a year-round process that requires regular ...
Here’s a little known fact: the purple-blooming weeds like henbit and deadnettle that are so easily spotted in the spring are actually growing in your lawn right now. As gardeners, we typically ...
Weeds are more than just an unattractive nuisance. Certain weeds can exacerbate allergies, attract unwelcome pests to your yard, and compete with desired grasses for sunlight, water, and nutrients.
Weeds in the lawn may start innocently enough as a stray patch of dandelions or clover. Before long, they erupt, and you have more weeds than lawn. Applying weed killer keeps weeds in check or stops ...
Weeds are a common problem for gardens and lawns, and can be difficult to control. Gardeners should determine their weed tolerance and workload tolerance before implementing a weed control plan.
According to Oklahoma State University, the world is home to an estimated 30,000 weed species. Of these weeds, over 4,800 cause considerable economic losses in the food, feed, and fiber production ...
As spring approaches in Louisiana, it's time to shift our focus from the quiet dormancy of winter lawns to the vibrant growth season ahead. Soon enough, we will need to break out the lawnmowers if you ...
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Are Weeds Actually Bad For Your Lawn?

Selective weed control balances traditional lawn aesthetics with sustainability. Whether you view weeds as beneficial or ...