Dandelions
The dandelion is a broad-leafed flowering weed commonly found growing in areas with good drainage and direct sunlight. It has a reputation as being one of the most aggressively growing weeds to invade lawns. Although dandelions that have been mowed down will grow back, destroying developing flowers before they are able to mature into seed distributors prevents the opportunity for new germination. Improving soil conditions through composting can also reduce dandelion growth. Herbicides may be used to control an extreme or persistent dandelion infestation.
Clover
If you see small, round, white or pink flowers in your yard with bees buzzing around them, chances are you have clover. And chances are it's EVERYWHERE! The best way to control clover is to stop it before it starts by fertilizing your lawn regularly to provide the nutrients your grass needs to grow thick and strong. Leaving your grass longer when you mow can help block sunlight which helps prevent clover from growing. If it's too late and your lawn is covered, your next option is to treat it with an effective weed control treatment.
Chickweed
Chickweed is a common problem in the lawn and garden. There are two species of chickweed: Mouse-ear chickweed - which forms dense, low-lying patches within lawns and gardens, and common chickweed - which is an annual and is easier to control. The best way to kill chickweed is by pulling as much of it out of the ground as possible by hand. Both species have shallow roots and can be easily removed by hoeing or hand pulling. But if you don't have time to pull them out by hand, having A B Pest Control & Insulation come out to spray for chickweed can eliminate the problem.Crabgrass
The window for treating for crabgrass as a preventative method is a small one, and if you're looking into options now, you're a little too late for prevention. Now you'll need to do what you can to treat the already rooted and seeded crabgrass. Besides pulling it by hand, you can lightly mist the crabgrass with a postemergence herbicide. Usually it’s too embedded to pull without yanking lots of your desirable grass with it, so this may be your best first choice. But keep in mind that unless the crabgrass is young, you’ll probably have to reapply the product a few days later to effectively kill the plant.
Henbit
Henbit is a common annual weed found throughout most of the U.S. It will take advantage of the thin, moist areas of your lawn, especially those areas that are shaded. You will often find it under trees and shrubs where grass has a hard time growing. A good defense against future henbit problems is to grow a thick lawn so weeds don’t have any room to grow.
Flatweed
Flatweed is often mistaken for the common dandelion. Unlike the dandelion, Flatweed has multiple branching flowers stems up to 18-24 inches in height, each with a single, yellow, dandelion-like flower. Not only is this particular weed a nuisance to your lawn, but it is poisonous to horses. So for those who have horses, this weed is especially important to prevent and treat. Treating with a herbicide is an effective way to eliminate Flatweed. Keep in mind that if you've got horses, you'll need to remove them from the area being treated prior to spraying.
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