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.
Weeds
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Identify Poison Ivy And Plants That Look Like Poison Ivy
One mistake you don’t want to make is not knowing what poison ivy and oak look like. Learn about the differences in some poisonous plants to avoid.
By Teo Spengler
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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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Winter Grass Control – Tips For Managing Winter Grass
Winter grass is an unsightly, clumping weed that can turn a beautiful lawn into an ugly mess very quickly. The grass is a huge problem across Australia and much of Europe. It is also bothersome in the U.S., where it is known as annual bluegrass or poa. Learn more here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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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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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
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Smartweed Identification - How To Control Smartweed Plants
Smartweed, also called Pennsylvania smartweed or Japanese smartweed, is a troublesome weed that can infest lawns and gardens. This article contains tips to help you take control of this pesky nuisance. Click here for more information.
By Jackie Carroll
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Horsenettle Control - How To Get Rid Of Horsenettle Weeds
Horsenettle is a poisonous member of the nightshade family that resists most attempts at control. For horsenettle, herbicide is the most practical control method for many gardeners. This article tells you how to get rid of this pesky weed for good.
By Jackie Carroll
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Dodder Weed Control: How To Get Rid Of Dodder Plants
Dodder weed control and management is of paramount importance to many commercial crop growers. A parasitic annual weed, dodder afflicts many crops, ornamentals and native plants virtually decimating them. Find out how to get rid of dodder in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Willowherb Information: Tips For The Control Of Willowherb
What may be a noxious weed to one gardener is a thing of beauty to another. This might not be the case with willowherb weeds, as it's quite aggressive. Read this article for some clues on how to get rid of willowherb once and for all.
By Bonnie L. Grant