Weeds occur in every lawn, but they seldom become problems in well-managed, vigorously growing turfgrass. Proper site preparation and turfgrass selection before planting are essential to give a new lawn a healthy start. 
The best way to control dandelions and other weeds in your yard is to grow a thick, vigorous lawn. Dense grass crowds out weeds and blocks the sunlight their seeds need to germinate. Once a lawn is established, poor maintenance practices that weaken it are the primary factors likely to predispose it to weed invasion.
Weeds often invade turfgrass that is over- or under-watered, improperly fertilized, improperly mowed, or highly compacted. Lawns that have been weakened by plant diseases or insect pests are also likely to become weedy because there is more open space for a weed to establish. Most weed invasions can be prevented with proper lawn maintenance and good preventive practices or remedied with overseeding.
Identifying weeds and knowing their life cycles are essential to turf management.
If you think you may have any of the weeds
pictured
to the left,
call Fowler and Sons Turf Management
508-778-TURF
Our experts will provide a thorough, no obligation turf inspection
to determine
your turf care needs.
