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.
