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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Umbrella Flat Sedge: About Umbrella Sedge And Tips For Controlling Sedge Weeds
Umbrella flat sedge is an ornamental grass often seen at the edges of rivers and ponds. The plant may become invasive in some areas, so it is important to become familiar with its control. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Carpetweed Control: How To Get Rid Of Carpetweed
By Jackie Carroll
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Speedwell Control: How To Get Rid Of Speedwell Lawn Weeds
Speedwell is a common weed that infests lawns and gardens throughout the U.S. Control speedwell by following the tips and information found in this article. Click here to learn more about it.
By Jackie Carroll
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Invasive Plant List: Learn About What Plants Are Aggressive
Invasive plants, also known as aggressive garden plants, are simply plants that spread rapidly and are difficult to control. Depending on your landscaping needs, aggressive plants are not always bad. Learn more here.
By Susan Patterson
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Knotweed Identification And How To Control Knotweed
Weeds, weeds, weeds. We think we have them under control and then turn around and find something spreading where we least expect it. Knotweed is one such weed. Learn more in this article.
By Jackie Rhoades
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How To Keep Weeds From The Flower Bed Out Of Your Lawn
Many homeowners work very hard to maintain a green and weed free lawn - and flower beds. But what happens when weeds overtake flower beds? How do you keep them out of lawn areas? Learn more here.
By Heather Rhoades
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Oxeye Daisies In The Landscape - How To Control Oxeye Daisy Plants
Oxeye daisy is a pretty little perennial flower that might remind you of Shasta daisies, but don?t let this similarity fool you. This plant can quickly invade areas of the landscape. Get help controlling them here.
By Jackie Carroll
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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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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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Common Weeds In Pavement: Treating Weeds Growing In Pavement Cracks
Cracks and crevasses in the pavement are comfortable hiding places for weed seeds. Weeds in the pavement are advantageous and use these convenient locations to secrete their seeds until growing conditions are optimal. This article will help with weed control in the pavement.
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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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