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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Identifying Sand Bittercress - Growing Conditions For Small-Flowered Bittercress
Small-flowered bittercress, also known as sand bittercress, is a plant native to North America. Click here for more info about this plant.
By Amy Grant
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Newspaper For Weeds - Does Newspaper Kill Weeds?
Recycle newspaper while cutting down on your weeding time. It will not only prevent new weeds, but will nourish your soil as it breaks down.
By Becca Badgett
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How To Prevent Weeds In New Grass
Some of the weeds that pop up in your newly planted lawn could have come from seed mixed in with your grass seed. Read on for more.
By Amy Grant
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Invasive Autumn Olive Identification And Elimination
Noxious weeds and invasive species of certain plants can serve as a constant “thorn” in the sides of gardeners. Learn to identify Autumn Olive berries before they take over.
By Tonya Barnett
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Common Types Of Weeds With Purple Flowers
What weeds have purple flowers? Click here to learn about some common purple flowering weeds.
By Tonya Barnett
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Identify Common Weeds With White Flowers
What are some weeds with white flowers? Click here for the most common types of white flowering weeds.
By Tonya Barnett
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Identify Common Types Of Thistle Weeds
Click here to learn about some of the invasive types of thistle weeds as well as how to identify them.
By Laura Miller
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What Is Rough Bluegrass: Is Rough Bluegrass A Weed
Rough bluegrass is sometimes used as turfgrass. Mostly it is a weed, an unwanted grass in the lawn we want gone. Learn how to get rid of it here.
By Becca Badgett
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Wild Strawberry Weed Control: How To Get Rid Of Wild Strawberries
While I personally love them, many people consider wild strawberry plants as nothing more than weeds—weeds that they want gone! If you happen to be one of these people, click here to learn more.
By Nikki Tilley
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What Is Knotgrass: Learn How To Kill Knotgrass Weeds
Eternity grass is another name for knotgrass. Management of knotgrass plants is important if you wish to establish a stand of this native grass as part of an ecological effort. Read more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Control Of Lawn Spurweed: Tips For Eliminating Spurweeds
We've all been there. Spring arrives and our grass is becoming that green carpet in which you love to spread your bare toes. But what have we here? Sticky spurweed plants in your lawn. Get tips to control them here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Wild Garlic Control: How To Kill Wild Garlic Weeds
I love the smell of garlic sauteing in olive oil but not so much when it permeates the lawn and garden with no sign of abating. Learn how to get rid of wild garlic weeds in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Purslane Weed - Eliminating Purslane In The Garden
The purslane plant can be a difficult weed to control due to its multiple survival methods. Much like a zombie, even after you think you have killed it, it can come back to life again and again. Find how to control it here.
By Heather Rhoades
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Gorse Bush Facts – Tips On Gorse Control In Landscapes
Flowering gorse shrubs are important in nature since they provide shelter and food for many insects and birds. However, the tenacious shrub spreads quickly and can become invasive. Click here for more gorse bush facts and information on gorse control.
By Teo Spengler
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What Is Tropical Soda Apple: Tips For Killing Tropical Soda Apple Weeds
Placed on the Federal Noxious Weed List, tropical soda apple weeds are extremely invasive weeds that are spreading rapidly through the United States. Learn more about its control in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Control Of Kikuyugrass – How To Get Rid Of Kikuyugrass Weeds
Most people who have this turfgrass in their backyards are asking how to get rid of kikuyugrass. Find information and tips about removing kikygrass and how to kill kikuyugrass organically in the article that follows.
By Teo Spengler
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Perennials To Avoid – What Are Some Perennials You Shouldn’t Plant
Most gardeners have a plant, or two, that they struggled with over the years. This likely includes some unruly perennial plants that were simply a mistake to put in the garden. Learn from the mistakes of others and avoid these difficult plants. Click here for more info.
By Mary Ellen Ellis