Weeds
There are many types of garden weeds, making it difficult to know how to kill weeds, as not all methods work the same for all weed types. For this reason, we have attempted to make the task of weed control in lawns and gardens easier by providing tips on how to identify garden weeds. Once you know more about the common garden weeds found in the landscape, you’ll have a better idea on how to kill weeds that become bothersome. Whether it comes down to taking an organic approach or using a chemical method, our tips will alleviate future problems.
Weeds
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Managing Oxalis Weeds: How To Get Rid Of Oxalis Weeds In The Lawn
Oxalis looks a bit like a miniature clover plant, but it bears tiny yellow flowers. It is occasionally grown as a groundcover but to most gardeners it is a tenacious and annoying weed. Learn more about its control in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Cinquefoil Weed Control: Tips For Controlling Cinquefoil Weeds
Cinquefoil is similar in appearance to strawberries; however, this weed isn't as well-behaved as its domestic cousin. If you determine the bothersome plant is indeed cinquefoil, you have a difficult problem on your hands. This article will help.
By Mary H. Dyer
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What Is Mile-A-Minute Weed – Controlling Mile-A-Minute Weeds In The Landscape
What is mile-a-minute weed? The common name gives you a good idea about where this story is heading. Mile-a-minute weed (Persicaria perfoliata) is a super invasive Asian vine. Click this article for information about mile-a-minute weed control.
By Teo Spengler
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Sedge Lawn Weeds: How To Control Sedge Plants In The Landscape
Much like the witches in the Wizard of Oz, there are good sedges and bad sedges. Controlling sedge weeds can be a challenge to many gardeners. This article will help with sedge weed control.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Is Tree Of Heaven A Weed: Tips On Stink Tree Control
No plant had more varied common names than tree of heaven. It is also called stink tree, stinking sumac and stinking chun because of its unpleasant odor. Click here for more information on stink tree control, including how to kill tree of heaven plants.
By Teo Spengler
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Jimsonweed Control: How To Get Rid Of Jimsonweeds In Garden Areas
Although the flowers of jimsonweeds can be very beautiful, this four-foot tall weed packs with it a poisonous payload in the form of a spine-covered seedpod. Read this article for more info.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Controlling Gravel Weed Plants: Tips For Preventing Weeds In Gravel Areas
Although we have a poured driveway, my neighbor is not so lucky and the rampant weeds coming though gravel rocks are enough to drive her crazy. What are some methods for preventing weeds in gravel and/or removing these persistent gravel weed plants? Find out here.
By Amy Grant
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What Are Post-Emergent Herbicides: Using A Post-Emergence Herbicide
If pulling the pesky plants for hours is not your idea of fun, try a post-emergence herbicide. What are post-emergent herbicides and how can they keep your garden beds looking perfect? Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Plastic Sheeting For Weeds: How To Prevent Garden Weeds With Plastic
It makes sense that you could prevent garden weeds with plastic, but can you kill existing weeds with a plastic tarp? Keep reading as we investigate how to kill weeds with plastic sheeting.
By Amy Grant
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Weeds In The Garden: Identifying Basic Weeds
Many gardeners are plagued by weeds. They seem to pop up in the most inconvenient places like cracks in the sidewalk or against the foundation. Garden bed weeds are also frequent annoyances. Identification and control methods are crucial to containing common weeds.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Identifying Invasive Plants – How To Spot Invasive Plants In The Garden
How do you spot invasive plants? Unfortunately, there is no simple answer or common feature that make these plants easy to spot. It can actually be somewhat complicated. To learn what you can do to identify an invasive plant species, click here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Red Clover Growing In Lawns: Tips For Red Clover Weed Control And More
Red clover is both a benefit and a pest, whose presence in the landscape can be either planned or accidental. It is important to have full red clover plant info so you can make up your mind as to whether this plant is an angel or an imp. Click here for more info.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Control Of Crowsfoot Grass: How To Get Rid Of Crowsfoot Grass Weed
While beach grasses normally help with erosion and stabilize soil, crowsfoot grass can be an invasive weed of coastal turf grasses and open, exposed soils. Keep crowsfoot under control by reading this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is Kudzu: Information About Wild Kudzu Vine And Its Removal
Kudzu plant is native to Japan and literally grows like a weed with vines that may exceed 100 feet in length. Kudzu vine removal is a wide spread issue and you can do your part with a little persistence and some chemical assistance. Click here for more info.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Witchgrass Weed Control - How To Get Rid Of Witchgrass
Witchgrass is something of a challenge to control, but there are methods of witchgrass weed control that are effective when used consistently. Read this article to learn more about them.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Pineapple Weed Information: Tips For Managing Pineapple Weeds
Pineapple weed plants are broadleaf weeds that grow across Canada and the United States. It thrives in thin, rocky soil and is often found in disturbed sites. For information about identifying and managing pineapple weeds, click this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Smutgrass Control - Tips To Help Kill Smutgrass
Both small and giant smutgrass is a problem in pastures in southern areas of the U.S. When their seeds sprout in your landscape, you will be looking for a way to kill smutgrass. This article will help.
By Becca Badgett