Pests, Weeds & Problems

Chiggers are active during the warm season from spring to early fall. They can be found living in berry patches and bushes, tall grass and weeds, straw, leaves, fences, bark, and dense foliage and...

Weeds can be pesky, but the chemicals used to kill them can be worse. You probably already know that herbicides are bad for the environment--but how does bleach stack up?

Using chemical based herbicides to kill weeds means putting toxic chemicals on your lawn where kids and pets roam. When it rains these toxins then wash off into the waterways affecting fish,...

Weeds are a problem in almost everyone's lawn. Getting rid of them can be as tedious and difficult as pulling out the weeds by hand. A lot of weedkillers also can kill nearby plants and other...

When dealing with weeds forming in newly established sod, it is important to consider what type of turfgrass you are trying to establish, along with what type of weeds that you want to eradicate....

Getting rid of unwanted grass can be a difficult proposition. Digging up the grass can work temporarily, but unless every root is removed, grass can grow back. Killing grass from the roots up is...

Weeds are unsightly, hard to kill and just plain stubborn most of the time. Weed killer can be expensive and pulling the weeds by hand is hard on the back and knees. Many people do not know this,...

If you have an electric fence around your property, protecting your prized possessions, then you probably notice quite a bit of greenery developing right underneath the fence. You might consider...

Dandelions can be the bane of your landscape because these weeds can get out of control in no time. The seeds of these yellow flowers can travel from your neighbors' houses via the wind and they...

In fertile areas where vegetation grows abundantly, gardens and landscapes are easily vulnerable to weeds. Weeds are wild plants that grow in unwanted places, producing seeds and spreading rapidly...

Stone ground covers are a popular landscaping choice. Homeowners use them in small beds and around the perimeter of the house as mulch, to lay informal pathways, and sometimes to cover large...

Corn gluten meal can be used a natural, organic herbicide by preventing sprouting seeds from rooting. It's important to note that this is a pre-emergent herbicide, so it won't kill weeds or...

Herbicides are substances used to kill unwanted plants such as weeds. Created to target specific plants, they leave the other surrounding flora unharmed. This has made them a popular method of...

Wildlife food plots are often included in environmental management plans, especially those that manage for game species such as deer and upland game. Food plots are one way to ensure game species...

Have you ever worked to cultivate a beautiful lawn or a vibrant vegetable garden only to grow frustrated by the weeds? Weeds can choke out other plants by taking nutrients from the soil, and they...

Weeds are an unsightly annoyance on your lawn, and, once they've germinated, they can be difficult to remove without damaging the grass around them. Apply a pre-emergent weed control (herbicide)...

Buffalo burr, an annual weed that grows from central Mexico north across the Great Plains, is considered noxious. The fruit from buffalo burr is poisonous and can be harmful to animals and humans...

Keep grass and weeds away from an above ground swimming pool by physically removing the existing grass and weeds and by creating a future environment unable to support plant growth. Above ground...

Musk thistle is an aggressive, biennial weed that propagates solely from seed. It is found mostly in grassland and pasture locations, especially in the western United States. To control musk...

Controlling weeds in a garden is hard to do unless you use a ground cloth. The fabric weed control cloth will help prevent weeds from growing in the garden, eliminating the need to get down on...

Crabgrass and dandelions are two of the most pernicious weeds in nearly every lawn across America. Controlling them can be difficult, especially when trying to keep the good grasses around them...

Have you ever experienced a problem with invasive thistles in your garden? The most common and widespread type of thistle in the United States is the Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense), also...

You want to get rid of weeds and certain patches of unwanted grass in your lawn. You can destroy those unwanted plants with simple homemade lawn and grass killers that are safe for your family and...

Maintaining your lawn and keeping the weeds away can be a handful-a constantly dreaded task or a passionate hobby. Either way, weeds like dandelions have a tendency to come in and spoil your day....

Horsetail weeds, also known as scouring rush, is a perennial with a spreading root-like, subterranean stem that grows vertically to 6 feet deep and horizontally to depths from 10 to 20 inches and...

Weeds are pesky and persistent foes that can wreak havoc on any landscape. Brick patio joints are especially vulnerable; these small cracks are frequently overrun with unwanted plants that can be...

Weed control can be a dangerous business when you've got pets and kids, especially if you use a chemical repellent. There are a number of safe and organic ways to control the weeds in your garden...

Anyone who has a garden knows that weeds can ruin the aesthetic pleasure of a landscape. Weed killers sometimes mystify people because they destroy weeds and leave "good" vegetation alone. Even...

Weeds are a nuisance for anyone who spends time in the yard or garden. Fortunately the weed killer Roundup quickly eliminates the need to pull weeds on a regular basis. The beauty of Roundup is...

Whether you want to kill some out-of-control grass or worry that cleaning your boat in the yard might cause your lawn grass to die, there are many reasons to be concerned about the effects of...

Grass that has become overrun by weeds in your yard or garden can be detrimental to the health of new plants. Weeds steal moisture, sunlight and nutrients from seedlings, keeping them from growing...

Other than pests, weeds are a gardener's biggest pet peeve. Weeds reproduce quickly and, if left untreated, can rob plants or trees of valuable nutrients. In extreme cases, the weeds can actually...

Preen Weed Preventer is one way to stop unwanted plants from growing. By preventing germination, Preen is designed to stop weed growth in all types of gardens, ground covers or areas surrounding...

You love planting flowers, shrubs and other plants in your yard or garden. You work for days on outdoor projects, but the one plant you may not love is the red clover weed. A red clover weed is a...

Many commercial weed killers contain chemicals that not only kill the weeds, but the grass as well. Another problem is they can taint waterways, and are toxic to humans and animals if not stored...

Compost is ready to spread on the garden when a handful of the compost has very little scent and the particles are unrecognizable. The compost should have the consistency of loose, damp soil. This...

Corn gluten meal is a byproduct of the corn processing industry. Dr. Nick Christians, a horticulturist at Iowa State University, accidentally discovered the herbicidal properties of corn gluten...

Killing horsetail weeds, regardless of type or temperament, is a matter of making the garden an uninviting breeding ground for this common weed. With an aversion to simple chemical destruction,...

Few things obstruct the pleasant beauty of a garden more than weeds. In addition to their unwelcome, unsightly look, these plants can siphon vital nutrients from the soil that your flowers, shrubs...

Vinegar is an effective, natural weed killer, and can help keep your gardens weed free and safe for growing your favorite, organic vegetables. Weeds are the nemesis of every gardener, and killing...

The goal of most homeowners is to have an attractive lawn, however, many are faced with the problem of weeds taking over their lawn. Be sure to check regularly for weeds. Pull any weeds that are...

Gravel driveways provide the best conditions for weeds to grow. Weeds aren't just unsightly; dry weeds that are tall enough could absorb heat from your car and catch fire.

Like many weeds, chickweed can seem to conquer your garden or lawn when it begins to grow. New chickweed plants can grow from even the smallest bit of chickweed root, meaning that even if you...

For years, borax has been known as a household cleaner. Lately, new uses have been discovered for borax. It has started to become recognized as an effective aid in the weed management of gardens....

Before using Scott's Weed and Feed, you need to know how to use it correctly so that you don't burn out your grass. Some people believe that you just pour the granules in a lawn spreader and apply...

If hard-to-kill weeds are overpowering your lawn or driveway, use clear plastic sheeting to destroy them. The process takes a little time, but in a few weeks, the area will be weed-free. The...

Keeping weeds from brick patio joints can be challenging unless you use the right method to kill the weeds and keep them from coming back. The weeds grow in cracks because the soil underneath the...

Most gardeners struggle with weeds in the lawn. Creeping charlie and chickweed are especially prevalent weeds that can overtake the grass. The quickest way to kill these weeds is to spray the lawn...

Crabgrass is a common weed that grows in lawns. It tends to grow in patches and robs your lawn of nutrients. Soil left untreated is saturated with crabgrass seeds. It grows annually, mostly in the...

All that hard work you've been doing with your lawn, and you still have a few weeds sprouting in various places. Fortunately, most of those are of the broadleaf variety, which means that you can...