Lawn weeds can cause a huge headache for lawn owners. Lawn weeds can seem to take over lawns out of no where and spread more quickly than they can be controlled. When dealing with lawn weeds control it's important to remember that timing is everything. The sooner that lawn owners can take a proactive approach against lawn weeds, the better the chances are that they will be able to get the under control.
Another important step in guarded against weeds is to know as much as possible about how and when they spread. This helps lawn owners stay on top of lawn weeds and stop a problem before it gets out of hand.
Most Common Lawn Weeds:
Dandelions:
- Perennials
- Grows to 1’
- Spreads by seeds
- Flowers at any time (Weather permitting)
Carpetweed:
- Annual
- Spreads by seeds
- Stem to 1’
- June-November
Crabgrass:
- Annual
- Spreads by seeds and roots
- Height is up to 3”
- June-October
Prickly Lettuce:
- Annual
- Spreads by seeds
- Up to 5”
- July-September
Thistle:
- Perennial
- Spreads by seeds
- Up to 5’
- July-October
Lamb’s Quarter:
- Annual
- Spreads by seeds
- Up to 3’
- June-October
Ragweed:
- Annual
- Spreads by seeds
- Up to 3’
- July-October
Pigweed:
- Annual
- Spreads by seeds
- Up to 6’
- July-November
White Clover:
- Perennial
- Spreads by seeds
- Up to 7”
Chickweed:
- Annual
- Spreads by seeds
- May- September
- Up to 3"-8" tall
Oxalis:
- Annual
- Spreads by seeds
- May-July
- Up to 1'
The easier way to deal with weeds in your lawn is to hire a weed control professional, like those at Senske Services. Our experts understand the life cycle of weeds, as well as how to treat them quickly and professionally. If you would like more information about weed control or lawn care services, please call 1-800-533-6330.
