URBANA — When confronted with lawn weeds, typically we think of dandelion, creeping Charlie and violet. These plants and many others are classified as broadleaved weeds, or dicots, and are easily ...

Due to the extremes in weather we have experienced this year, several gardeners have seen an increase in grassy-type weeds in their flower beds and vegetable gardens. In many cases, these gardeners ...

Before we look at ways to deal with grassy weeds, let’s look at what they are, and this requires a short botany lesson. Weeds, unwanted plants or plants growing out of their desired location, are ...

Cutting grass too short weakens it. Longer grass grows stronger and thicker and crowds out weeds. Weed seeds can’t germinate easily since they don’t get much light. Established weeds have a tougher ...

Pulling perennial "junk" grasses like quackgrass is hard work, but it's the best option for eradicating this kind of weed. Q: I am having a problem with an invasive grass-like weed that has taken over ...

Q. Last summer my St. Augustine lawn was overrun with grassy weeds (Bermuda and other). I am hoping to get it back this year without tearing out the whole thing and starting over. What can I do to ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." No matter the diligence or determination you have, weeds tend to creep into every nook and cranny of ...

Manual removal of grass from flower beds is best done after a rain. Mulching, groundcovers, and edging prevent grass from growing in flower beds. Treat annual grass weeds with pre-emergent herbicides ...

Vinegar is a non-selective herbicide and can harm any vegetation it touches, including lawn grass. If you want to kill weeds in the lawn with an herbicide, use a selective herbicide instead. You can ...

For weeks, many of you have been making plans to start getting your lawn in shape for the upcoming season. Now it’s time to put the plans into action. You might look at your to-do list and see “plant ...