Best Ways
to Eliminate
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Overgrown
Weeds
Depending on your unique
situation, effective weed
management may include a mix
of techniques, such as chemical
treatments, preventive measures
and physical removal.
Understanding
Overgrown
Weeds
To choose the best techniques
for preventing weed growth,
it is essential to identify the
different kinds of weeds
and how they develop.
Manual
Removal
Methods
When it comes to weeds,
the best ones to pull by hand
are the younger ones, the ones
with shallow roots and the
broadleaf weeds.
To dislodge the roots, it's best
to pluck them by hand first
thing in the morning while the
soil is damp.
Hoes, weeders and trowels are
essential for removing weeds
with deep roots, such as
taproots or dandelions.
The removal of the root is
critical because any leftover
fragments can regenerate and
initiate new growth.
Chemical
Control
Options
Selective herbicides work best
for overgrown weed control
in lawns and crops.
Non-selective herbicides
destroy most vegetation they
come into contact with, making
them more suitable for clearing
weeds from large areas
like roadways.
Both types are extremely
effective against weeds that are
actively developing;
this is because the absorption
of their chemicals interrupts
vital growth processes.
To minimize drift and prevent
herbicides from spreading to
unintended areas, it's best to
apply them on dry days when
there is little to no wind.
Preventative
Measures
Mulch the area surrounding
your plants with a layer
of 2 to 4 inches thick.
Just make sure you are careful
not to cover the stems.
Blocking sunlight, delaying seed
germination and preserving
moisture are three ways in
which mulching helps inhibit
weed growth.
Regularly mowing, fertilizing
and aerating your lawn will
create a thick, healthy grass
that will choke weeds and keep
them from growing.
Any time you need help taking
care of your lawn, you can
rely on the experts at
Custom Weed & Pest Control.
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