by Uncle | DIY, Fall, Grassy Weeds, Social, Spring, Summer, Weed Control
What is Nutgrass or Nutsedge? Nutgrass is a common problem in summer lawns. Yellow Nutsedge (A.K.A. nutgrass) is a perennial, grass-like weed that tends to be prolific in poorly drained or wet areas. This weed is not a grass, it’s a sedge, and it’s very difficult to...
by Uncle | Broadleaf Weeds, DIY, Fall, Grassy Weeds, Summer, Weed Control
What Is Crabgrass and How Does It Get in My lawn? Crabgrass is an annual grassy weed with broad blades, rough texture and a lighter green color. Germinating from seed each spring when soil temps reach 50° to 55°F, crabgrass plants mature and produce seeds. The...
by Uncle | DIY, Fertilizer, Grassy Weeds, Seed, Spring, Turf
Can I Overseed the Lawn after Applying Crabgrass Pre-emergent? Do not overseed areas where PREVENT, crabgrass preventer has been applied. PREVENT is a combination of spring fertilizer plus a powerful crabgrass pre-emergent and will prevent grass seed and grassy weed...
by Uncle | Broadleaf Weeds, DIY, Grassy Weeds, Seed, Spring, Weed Control
It’s early spring, but where should you start in your lawn? The beginner’s guide to Idiot Proof Lawn Care begins with learning two different types of weeds we deal with in Midwest lawns: grassy weeds and broadleaf weeds. Each type will require different...
by Uncle | DIY, Fertilizer, Grassy Weeds, Seed, Social, Spring, Turf, Winter
Stop the Dog from Tracking Mud Save the Carpet! Use Primera Sports Field Conditioner over high traffic play areas around the dog run, yard, or patio. It provides a clean, firm footing and will reduce muddy foot prints onto the indoor carpet. On public lawns and muddy...
by Uncle | DIY, Fertilizer, Grassy Weeds, Seed, Social, Spring, Turf
Can I Plant Grass Seed Now? Yes, today’s lawn problems need attention today. March days provide homeowners a chance to get a jump on spring overseeding projects. Grass seed sown in the first week in March has a 10 week head start on the weed and insect season that...
by Uncle | DIY, Fertilizer, Grassy Weeds, Spring, Turf, Weed Control
Prevent is the Best Pre-Emergent for Crabgrass The Prevent formula contains slow release fertilizer to strengthen spring lawns to keep turf grass more competitive against weed pressure. Keep crabgrass out of your lawn all season long with a second application, a...
by Uncle | DIY, Fertilizer, Grassy Weeds, Spring, Summer, Weed Control
Patience is your best virtue when it comes to good crabgrass prevention. You can’t fool Mother Nature and when it comes to making her garden grow. Ugly annual summer weeds love the heat. Crabgrass, goosegrass, and foxtail weed seeds will not germinate until the ground...
