What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryPurslaneDESCRIPTION: Purslane has small, succulent leaves that are green and slightly shiny, and sometimes tinged with a reddish hue. Purslane is often found in gardens, lawns, and other outdoor spaces, and is known for its ability to grow in a variety of conditions, including hot and dry environments. It’s ability to withstand …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryProstrate SpurgeDESCRIPTION: Prostrate spurge is a common weed in North America. The plant can grow up to a foot tall. It spreads quickly and easily, forming a dense mat of foliage that can quickly take over a lawn or garden bed if left unchecked. Prostrate spurge produces small pink or white flowers …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryPoison OakDESCRIPTION: Like other members of its genus, poison oak is a very recognizable name of a woody vine or shrub that is commonly found in North America. It can grow up to six feet tall and (like poison ivy) has distinctive leaves that are typically arranged in clusters of three. The …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryPigweedDESCRIPTION: Pigweed is a common name for several species of annual plants. The most common species in the United States is Amaranthus palmeri. They are extremely problematic due to their ability to spread rapidly. It is a highly competitive plant, and can grow up to 10 feet tall, producing thousands of small …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryNutsedgeDESCRIPTION: The plant commonly called nutsedge is actually two different species of weeds in the genus Cyperus. The most commonly encountered species are the yellow nutsedge and the purple nutsedge. Both are considered invasive and difficult to control, as they have a complex system of underground tubers that allow them to survive …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryMusk ThistleDESCRIPTION: The musk thistle is a spiky plnat that can grow up to 6 feet tall. It has pink or purplish flowers that bloom in summer and give of a distinct, musky smell. The leaves, although prickly to the touch, are quite pretty, with a silvery-green color and intricate patterns. This …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryLambsquartersDESCRIPTION: Lambsquarters is a fast-growing annual that can grow up to 6 feet tall, with green leaves that are shaped like a goose’s foot. The leaves are often coated with a powdery substance that easily rubs off, and the stems are slightly fuzzy. It is a very hardy plant that can be …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryHenbitDESCRIPTION: Henbit is a weed that is found in almost every part of the world. It has small, purplish-pink flowers that grow in clusters and leaves that are shaped like a heart, with serrated edges. They grow low to the ground and spread out like a mat. It often appears in the …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryDandelionDESCRIPTION: Dandelions are probably the most famous (or infamous) weed in North America. They are very common and when their yellow flowers produce fluffy white seed heads children often blow them and make a wish. You can find Dandelions growing almost anywhere there is sunlight and water. They are most commonly found …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryCrabgrassDESCRIPTION: Crabgrass is one of the most common grassy weeds that can me tough to control due to its inherent resiliance and ability to withstand harsh weather conditions. Crabgrass also has the ability to quickly recover from damage adding to the frustration of those who would like it gone from their lawn …