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.
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Why Your Lawn Is Full of Crabgrass and How to Stop It From Taking Over the Whole YardIf crabgrass is creeping into your lawn, it could signal other issues. Find out why your yard is plagued by weeds and how to fix it.
By Laura Walters
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Can an HOA Fine You For Weeds in Your Yard? A Lawyer Explains What Homeowners Need to Know to Stay Out of TroubleIf you live in an HOA, you could be fined for any weeds or other unwanted plants growing in your yard. Here's how to prevent any issues in your neighborhood.
By Teo Spengler
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This 5 Minute Garden Job With a $4 Dog Comb in August Saves Me Hours of Weeding in SpringGive ornamental grasses a quick groom in late summer and you'll get rid of thousands of seeds that’ll be weeds by April.
By Emma Kendell
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I'm Using Old Cardboard Boxes to Make Growing Vegetables So Much Easier This Heatwave SummerMy free cardboard mulch locks moisture into the soil, smothers weeds and prevents cats pooping, saving me so much time and effort.
By Emma Kendell
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7 Weird Weeding Tools You Never Knew You NeededWeeding is a chore, but it doesn't have to ruin your back. Here are the best weeders you may not have heard of.
By Sarah Veldman
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Boiling Water Can Be a Brilliant Weed Killer, But Most Gardeners Use It Wrong – Avoid These 3 Backyard AreasIt’s free, fast, and completely natural – so what’s so bad about boiling water to kill weeds? Before you grab the kettle, make sure you aren't pouring it into these danger zones
By Janey Goulding
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June Is When Weeds Really Take Off – This Is the Best Way to Remove Them, Says a Pro GardenerThere are two simple tools that beat weed killer every time...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Should You Use Vinegar as a Weed Killer? 3 Things You Need to Know Before You Try This Popular RemedyIt’s often spoken about as some insider secret for weed control, but if you use vinegar as a weed killer it could be a serious problem for soil health. Make sure you know the risks – your backyard may very well depend on it
By Tyler Schuster
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Are You Weeding At The Wrong Time? Pull Weeds at These 3 Crucial Moments This Month So You Don't Get Overrun in SummerDid you know there were good and bad times to do your weeding? These secret weeding windows could make or break the health of your yard this summer
By Tyler Schuster
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I Tried the 3 Most Popular DIY Weed Killers – Here’s What Actually Worked And How Best to Use ThemKeeping weeds at bay without the use of harsh chemicals is good for you and the environment. But not every natural weed control method is made equal.
By Teo Spengler
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What Are Herbicides? Types of Herbicides Explained and Tips for Safe Usage in Home GardensThere are times when the only way to get rid of a stubborn weed is to treat it with an herbicide. Learn what herbicides are and how to use safely.
By Tyler Schuster
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One Dandelion Can Sprout Thousands of New Weeds – Here's the Most Effective (and Eco-Friendly) Way to Stop ThemEvery dandelion in your yard has the potential to produce over 30,000 new weeds. I've discovered the best tool to get rid of them without breaking your back.
By Laura Walters
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Did You Know You Have a Birth Month Weed? Here’s the Surprising Trait It Reveals About YouFrom dandelions to clover, these common weeds are tougher than they look – and your birth month match might just reveal why you are too.
By Kayleigh Dray
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Dig Out These 3 Perennial Weeds in March – It’s the Best Time to Battle Taproots, Plus the Tools You Need to WinRemoving perennial weeds with deep taproots is nearly impossible later in the year. Now is the time to do it while the soil is working in your favor.
By Tyler Schuster
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Should You Use Pre-Emergent Herbicide? When to Use It and When to Skip ItPre-emergent herbicides are a powerful tool for weed-free lawns and gardens, but need to be considered thoughtfully. Learn about when and how to use them.
By Tyler Schuster
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Are You Sabotaging Your Soil Health? 5 Disadvantages of Landscape Fabric That Might Make You ReconsiderDon't accidentally ruin your garden by falling for the lure of a product that eliminates weeds forever. Landscape fabric can be incredibly damaging.
By Kathleen Walters
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This Cheery Yellow Flower That Emerges in Early Spring May Look Cute, But It’s Highly Invasive – How to Identify & Remove Lesser CelandineDon't be fooled by the bright and happy blooms on this invasive plant. Lesser celandine has no place in your garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis

