In theory, there are a multitude of different methods you can use to kill weeds in your yard. However, when faced with a lawn full of weeds, your options for control are limited; you need to choose a method that will kill the weeds without killing the surrounding grass. To kill weeds without killing grass,…
Despite being an edible plant with medicinal properties, henbit is considered an invasive weed common to lawns across the US. To kill henbit weeds, you can either hand-pull the henbit or treat it with a suitable post-emergent weed killer. Following its removal, you can prevent reinfestation of this weed by mulching the soil, using corn-gluten…
For those with cool-season grass, the optimal time to seed your lawn is in the fall between mid-August and mid-September. However, even if you miss this window, it doesn’t mean that seeding is impossible; you can instead dormant seed your lawn, the process of laying seed in the fall to see grass in the spring….
Types of weeds with purple flowers include wild violets, forget-me-nots, creeping charlie, purple deadnettle, henbit, black nightshade, thistles, and red clover. All of these weeds may cause small purple flowers to grow in grass or garden beds. What Are the Weeds with Purple Flowers Called? There are a few different types of weeds with purple…
One of the most important elements of aftercare for new grass is knowing when to mow for the first time. Mow too soon, and you risk ripping up or trampling the tender seedlings before they’re established in the soil. Mowing too late, on the other hand, will leave you with too much foliage to take…
With the right care, Bermuda grass grows into a lush, thick lawn that spreads to fill bare spots on its own. If you don’t think your lawn is growing to its full potential, you can carry out a few techniques to make your Bermuda grass thicker. You can make Bermuda grass thicker by keeping up…
When mowing your lawn, you have two options: you can either bag the grass clippings, or leave them in place wherever they fall. Both methods can provide your lawn with benefits under different circumstances. It’s important to know when to mulch or bag grass clippings to maintain the health of your lawn. You always bag…
Nothing ruins a summer day like getting stuck with stickers from sticker weeds in your yard. Sticker weeds are a family of small irritating weeds which stick to skin, clothes, hair, and pets, causing pain and annoyance upon their removal. To enjoy your yard to its full extent, you’ll want to take some measures to…
Bermuda grass and tall fescue are two different types of turfgrasses that grow best under different conditions. There are a range of characteristics that you need to consider when choosing which type of grass would be best for your lawn. Bermuda grass is a warm-season grass that grows best in warmer temperatures and full sun….
After a lot of wear and tear, your lawn will start to look thin, tired, and patchy in areas that receive high traffic. Whether it’s from people, pets, lawn equipment, or cars, any heavy usage will take a toll on grasses with a low tolerance for traffic. You should seed high-traffic lawns with a hardy…
