Common blue violet is a widely distributed, perennial broadleaf that is difficult to control in lawns. Two experiments were conducted to evaluate the efficacy of synthetic auxin herbicides and their ...

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 ...

Ground ivy spreads aggressively through stolons and underground roots, especially in damp, shady, compacted soils, and can quickly overtake lawns and gardens if not controlled. Keeping your lawn thick ...

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 ...

Q: Can you identify this weed in our lawn, and how to control or kill it? — Kevin E. A: The weed invading your lawn is creeping Charlie, which is among the weeds considered difficult to kill. It's a ...

A. The weed is commonly known as Virginia pepperweed. Most herbicides that kill broadleaf weeds will also kill it (for instance 2, 4-D). If it is in a lawn situation, then I would suggest you try for ...

Orchardgrass is a common weed, especially in tall fescue lawns. Unfortunately, orchardgrass is lighter green and faster growing than tall fescue, so it is very visible. Homeowners often complain of ...

Tall ironweed is a troublesome perennial weed that infests cool-season grass pastures in Kentucky. Field experiments were conducted in 2000 through 2003 to evaluate the efficacy of fallapplied ...