Weeds in the lawn may start innocently enough as a stray patch of dandelions or clover. Before long, they erupt, and you have more weeds than lawn. Applying weed killer keeps weeds in check or stops ...

When it comes to lawn care and lawn treatment products, many homeowners wonder if January is too early for herbicide application. Timing is everything if you want these products to work effectively, ...

Pre-emergent herbicides create a barrier that prevents weed seeds from sprouting. Because they stop roots from forming, pre-emergents are an effective way to control weeds, but they aren’t necessarily ...

In most cases, herbicide application should not be considered as a first option for weed control. Hand weeding, hoeing, and mulching are tedious but effective methods of weed control. Sometimes, ...

Maintaining the most beautiful lawn on the block often feels like a constant battle against weeds. This is why many homeowners turn to a secret weapon: pre-emergent herbicides. But what is a ...

Warm temperatures in March have had many homeowners wondering about this year’s first spring pre-emergence (PRE) herbicide application. When is the right time to apply in spring? If you've waited, ...

"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 ...

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 ...

Spring thaws the ground out, bringing life back to dormant grass and pesky weeds. Good lawn management in spring and summer leads to a healthy lawn that’s pleasant to deal with. After taking important ...

One chore on my honey-do list that I really don’t like is picking weeds, especially when I could be spending that time taking in a spring training game, hiking, biking or any other outdoor activity ...