There aren’t many things in the world of gardening that cause fear. I’m not concerned that a giant Venus fly trap is going to swallow my arm, and if I trip over a cucumber vine, I’ve got plenty of ...

Lots of lawn weeds pop up in June, but controlling them isn’t as easy as spraying weed-killers – especially as the weather turns hot. For one thing, herbicides don’t work as well in very hot summer ...

Fall is an excellent opportunity to attack hard-to-control perennial broadleaf weeds such as clover, dandelions, ground ivy and wild violets. Because these weeds are perennial, they will be bolstering ...

Homeowners know a well maintained lawn is an integral part of an attractive home landscape. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists share mechanical and chemical measures that can ...