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Lawn Care

Common Lawn Weeds

Weeds will grow and ruin the look of a well-manicured lawn. Learn about the most common types of weeds and how to kill them.

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  • take soil samples from all sections of yard
  • crabgrass can get out of control easily
  • clover is broadleaf perennial and very aggressive
  • dandelions have deep roots
  • annual bluegrass is a common weed
  • henbit is winter weed that produces purple flower
  • wild onion and garlic are difficult to control
  • chickweed can be pulled out by hand
  • ground ivy can easily take over shady lawn
  • a wild violet has purple flower, but it is a weed
  • oxalis spreads when weather is cool
  • japanese farmer knife used to remove dandelions
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crabgrass can get out of control easily
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Crabgrass

Shows up early spring. Fertilize early in spring to prevent it from getting out of control. If it's already sprouted, a good post-emergence grassy weed killer should take care of it.

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