Weeds are a common nuisance for property owners in New Jersey, and they come in two main types: broadleaf and grassy. Grassy weeds, as the name suggests, resemble grass with narrow leaves and rounded or flattened stems. Examples of grassy weeds include poa annua and crabgrass. On the other hand, broadleaf weeds have wider leaves that grow in different directions and have veins branching out across the leaf. Dandelions, black medic, and clover are examples of broadleaf weeds. To effectively control both types of weeds, it's best to sign up for a professional weed control program. Professionals will apply pre- and post-emergent treatments to prevent new weeds from growing and eliminate any existing ones. By applying these treatments several times throughout the year, professionals can stay on top of both grassy and broadleaf weeds, keeping your lawn weed-free and healthy.

What are grassy weeds?

Grassy weeds are a type of weed that closely resembles grass. As the name implies, they have narrower leaves and rounded or flattened stems. Grassy weeds are monocots, meaning their seeds grow a single leaf. These weeds can be difficult to distinguish from your lawn grass, as they blend in with the surrounding turf.

Some common examples of grassy weeds include poa annua and crabgrass. Poa annua, also known as annual bluegrass, is a cool-season weed that thrives in moist and shady areas. It has a light green color and produces small, inconspicuous flowers. Crabgrass, on the other hand, is a warm-season weed that grows rapidly during the summer months. It has a coarse texture and forms dense clumps in your lawn.

What are broadleaf weeds?

Clover weeds infesting a lawn in Westfield, NJ.

Broadleaf weeds, as the name suggests, have wider and broader leaves compared to grassy weeds. These weeds usually have leaves that grow in different directions and have veins that branch out across the leaf. Broadleaf weeds are noticeable on a lawn since they don't look like grass and stand out among the turf.

Some common examples of broadleaf weeds include dandelions, black medic, and clover. Dandelions are perhaps the most recognizable broadleaf weed, with their bright yellow flowers and distinctive seed heads. Black medic is a low-growing weed with small, clover-like leaves and yellow flowers. Clover, as the name suggests, has three leaflets and produces white or pink flowers.

What's the best way to control grassy and broadleaf weeds on your lawn?

To effectively control both grassy and broadleaf weeds on your lawn, it's best to sign up for a professional weed control program. With this program, professionals will apply pre- and post-emergent treatments to prevent new weeds from growing and eliminate any existing ones.

Pre-emergent treatments are applied before the weed seeds germinate, creating a barrier that prevents them from sprouting. This is especially effective for preventing grassy weeds from taking over your lawn. Post-emergent treatments, on the other hand, are applied after the weeds have already emerged. These treatments target the existing weeds and help eliminate them from your lawn.

Professionals will apply these treatments several times throughout the year to stay on top of both grassy and broadleaf weeds. They have the knowledge and expertise to identify the specific weeds on your lawn and apply the appropriate treatments to effectively control them. By signing up for a professional weed control program, you can ensure that your lawn remains weed-free and healthy.

Regular mowing and proper lawn care practices can also help prevent weeds from taking over your lawn.

Give us a call today to schedule our weed control service.

At Stream Line Lawn & Landscape, we understand the importance of keeping your lawn weed-free and healthy. That's why we offer our weed control service, which includes both pre- and post-emergent treatments. Our team will visit your property multiple times throughout the year to apply these treatments and ensure that your lawn stays weed-free. We'll also apply fertilizer treatments to provide your lawn with the nutrients it needs to thrive. We offer our weed control service to property owners in Westfield, NJ, and nearby areas like Watchung and Warren. Give us a call today at (833) 452-9666 to schedule our weed control service and keep your lawn looking its best.