Lawn Problems & Weeds

Tools First. Chemical Second. These are practical tools selected to support the Espejo Limitless Weed Control Strategy. They help you measure, remove, apply and recheck before you buy or use a weed-control product. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Amazon product availability and sellers can change. Check the seller information on Amazon before ordering. Fiskars 4-Claw Stand-Up Weed Puller Best for isolated broadleaf weeds such as dandelions when manual

A bag of grass seed can cover a bare spot, but it cannot fix the reason the grass disappeared. If the underlying problem is still there, the new seedlings may fail in exactly the same place. Start with the shape and location of the bare area Along a walkway or play path: think traffic and compaction. Under a tree: think increasing shade and root competition. Low, soggy area: think drainage or overwatering. Hot strip beside pavement: think reflected heat and dry soil. Round or

Brown tall fescue does not automatically mean “needs more water.” In hot weather, several different problems can look almost identical from the sidewalk. Adding more water without identifying the cause can waste water and, in some cases, make disease pressure worse. Use this homeowner check before you reach for fertilizer, fungicide, or the sprinkler timer. 1. Check whether the soil is actually dry Push a screwdriver several inches into the soil in both a healthy area and the

Nutsedge is commonly called “nutgrass,” but it is not actually a grass. That matters because a product designed to kill grassy weeds may not control a sedge, and treating the wrong plant can waste time and money. The fastest homeowner identification check Growth: nutsedge often grows faster and stands above the surrounding lawn soon after mowing. Color: yellow nutsedge is often a brighter yellow-green than nearby turf. Stem: sedges commonly have a triangular stem rather than