Technically a weed, crabgrass (Digitaria sanguinalis) has a habit of infiltrating American lawns, blending in with other grasses in color and general appearance. But take a closer look and you'll ...

In the quest for a neat, well-manicured lawn, weeds are one of the most frustrating foes. But few weeds strike fear into the hearts of homeowners quite like crabgrass (Digitaria spp.) It can grow in ...

Crabgrass is a low-growing weed that splays outward from the center like crab legs. Crabgrass has clumping, fibrous roots (no rhizomes), and its wide light green leaves come out in the spring to early ...

Crabgrass seeds begin to germinate once soil reaches a certain temperature in mid-spring. Targeted action after crabgrass appears is important. Build a healthy lawn to prevent crabgrass. Chances are, ...

While most homeowners welcome warm weather and longer days, not everything that emerges this time of year is a pleasing garden addition. This seasonal renewal brings back troublesome weeds, with ...

You don’t mean to abuse your lawn. But sometimes the things you think are good for it end up causing harm. Not to mention, nature is fickle, so what you think you should be doing and what you actually ...

It sounds from your description like you have a crabgrass infestation. This summer, I have seen a lot of crabgrass in home lawns. The crabgrass in one friend’s lawn choked out most of the bluegrass ...