You might not think it but fall is an important time for your lawn. It may not be getting the attention it usually does in spring and summer, but keeping it looking good through this period can be ...

As we increasingly spend time in our gardens, so do a couple of undesirable undomesticated plants, otherwise known as weeds. While those with a wild cottage garden might welcome chickweeds, nettles ...

Oxalis weeds will compete with your grass and garden plants for water and nutrients. There are many kinds of Oxalis weeds that can take over your yard, and multiple ways to get rid of them. Regular ...

Weeds are more than just an unattractive nuisance. Certain weeds can exacerbate allergies, attract unwelcome pests to your yard, and compete with desired grasses for sunlight, water, and nutrients.

"Weed" is a word that immediately attracts a negative response. It's easy to understand why since a weed is defined as an "unwanted plant." But one person’s weed is another person's flower. This is ...

Many early spring weeds are easy to pull up, preventing future growth. Avoid using herbicides on easily removable weeds and consider the environmental impact. Herbicides can damage trees and lawns, so ...

In addition to being able to identify weeds, you can take steps to help prevent them from growing in order to keep a healthy garden this summer. Check out this handy list and helpful information.

Lawn weeds are not just eyesores; they pose a big threat to the health of the grass. Left unchecked, these nuisance plants, often with deeper roots and a resilient nature, can quickly overtake your ...

Here’s a little known fact: The purple-blooming weeds such as henbit and deadnettle that are so easily spotted in the spring are actually growing in your lawn right now. As gardeners, we typically ...

Gardening experts say this straightforward method to tackle moss and weeds on your patio works better than boiling water or ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. Please advise me on when and what to use to prevent winter and summer weed ...