Dandelions. One of the tell-tale signs in the lawn that spring has arrived. Problem is: it’s an unwanted sign. Since we don’t like dandelions, it’s common practice to run out in the spring and try to ...

Weeds gone wild can be an instant curb appeal killer. But what actually makes what you see a “weed” versus a plant is truly in the eye of the beholder. The truth is, when identifying the most common ...

Dealing with weeds in your lawn can feel like a never-ending battle, but with a little know-how, it’s totally manageable! Weeds come in all shapes and sizes, and while some might look harmless with ...

When winter comes, most plants and many grasses go dormant. It's like they are taking a break. And while it is easy to assume you can also relax and skip yard care for a while, it is rarely true. The ...

Before we look at ways to deal with grassy weeds, let’s look at what they are, and this requires a short botany lesson. Weeds, unwanted plants or plants growing out of their desired location, are ...

Cutting grass too short weakens it. Longer grass grows stronger and thicker and crowds out weeds. Weed seeds can’t germinate easily since they don’t get much light. Established weeds have a tougher ...

Many of us grow vegetables in our gardens, but even if you don't, you just might have a whole produce section growing in your yard that you don't even know about. That's because many of the plants we ...

ST. PAUL -- Animal pastures and Conservation Reserve Program fields are continually stressed with a succession of noxious weeds and woody trees and shrubs throughout the growing season. University of ...

Common chickweed, henbit and purple deadnettle are cool-season weeds we usually see in pastures and hayfields during the fall and winter. However, other weeds, such as dandelions, have become more ...