GETTING RID
OF ARIZONA
LAWN INVADERS
Springtime in Arizona is filled with
lovely sights.
Watching as birds start leaving
their nests and wildflowers bloom
makes each day more enjoyable.
You may even wake up each
morning waiting to see what
else this season has to unfold.
With all good things come
a few nuisances.
Sighting a hummingbird at your
feeder is exciting, while finding
a weed in your yard is not.
Getting rid of Arizona lawn invaders
requires constant vigilance, but you
can do it with these tips.
Encourage
Desirable
Plant Growth
People tend to focus on killing
weeds when they pop up
in their lawn.
Weed treatments are effective
at eliminating weeds.
You can also choke them out by
promoting healthy lawn growth.
Weeds need space to grow,
which is why you often find
them in dead patches of grass.
Watering and fertilizing your lawn
helps to create lush grass that
crowds out unsightly weeds.
Don’t Feed
the Weeds
Do you have weeds popping up
in your xeriscaping?
If so, then you might want to
check your irrigation methods.
Faulty sprinkler heads and soaker
hoses can send water flying
towards the rocks.
A simple repair can send it towards
the desirable plants so that weeds
no longer stay hydrated.
Give Them
a Tug
At times, you can catch a weed
when they are young.
Hand pulling weeds is fast and
effective for minor invasions.
If you choose to hand pull,
make sure to get the entire root.
Some weeds have long tap roots
that allow them to grow back.
Know Your
Weed Sprays
The saying to pick your poison
applies well to weed control.
If you’ve ever sprayed a weed
only to see nothing happen, then
it is possible that you used the
wrong thing.
Pre-emergent sprays are what
you’ll often see professional
lawn care technicians put down
in the spring and early fall.
This stops seasonal weeds from
germinating before you ever see
them emerging from the soil
Post-emergent sprays do
the opposite.
We apply these directly to plants
that are already in their prime
growth cycle.
You can also find weed sprays
that are designed for specific
types of plants.
A non-selective weed treatment
kills any plant life that it touches.
This is best for rock gardens
and walkways where you want
a plant-free surface.
Selective types will focus
on only the invader you want
to eliminate.
Using these types requires a keen
understanding of plants to make
sure that you don’t damage
desirable ones on your property.
Avoid Accidentally
Seeding Weeds
Humans and animals often bring
lawn invaders to the property by
accidentally carrying the seeds.
Keeping pests controlled around
your property helps squirrels and
other critters to avoid dropping
seeds from their food or that get
caught on their feet.
Your efforts at lawn care could
also create a weed problem.
Many seed and soil products
contain weed seeds that can
contaminate a typically
weed-free landscape.
Always choose your products
carefully, and ask us about when
you can use a pre-emergent
treatment after seeding to
prevent unwanted plants.
Knowing your enemy goes a long
way towards picking the most
effective weed treatments.
A seasonal inspection can help you
identify whether you are dealing
with a grassy or broadleaf weed.
We can also help you stop them
from sprouting up in the first place.
When you see an invasion, act fast.
Launching your strategies now
can keep your lawn weed-free
all year long.
Custom Weed & Pest Control
has been in business since 1989,
serving the greater Phoenix
metro area for both residential
and commercial.
We offer an affordable weed
and pest control package, with
customized service to meet your
specific needs.