Weeds are simply unwanted plants that germinate and grow in your established turfgrass areas. The most commonly found weeds in our region are dandelions, white clover, plantain, chickweed and spurge. Broadleaf weeds grow from weed seeds that have traveled from neighboring yards or from seeds in the subsurface soil that come to the surface and germinate. Weeds also grow and spread from runners of existing plants like ground ivy. They germinate and grow best in bare or thin areas of unhealthy turf. Most weeds germinate in the spring and remain in the turf through the summer. They can multiply over the years, overcoming the turf. Effective control depends upon temperature, humidity and stage of growth, so timing of treatment is important.
Plant Characteristics
- Reproduces by runners and seeds
- Annual and perennial types
- Controllable with properly timed treatments
- Becomes mature and unsightly if untreated
- Crowds out turfgrass
- Depletes soil of nutrients and moisture
HillSide’s Weed Control Program
HillSide applies two treatments of blanketed broadleaf weed control annually. If weeds persist beyond your regularly scheduled applications, spot treatment of weeds will be performed until all weeds are gone. HillSide’s service ensures control of broadleaf weeds with optimally timed seasonal treatments by trained specialists.
What The Homeowner Can Do
Mowing at the correct height, following HillSide’s fertilization program and using good watering practices will help sustain a weed-free lawn.