Do you want to keep your lawn looking its best throughout the winter months? Even in the winter, weeds are still a concern for many homeowners. These hardy pests can cause a lot of stress this time of year because they’re so hard to get rid of. Thankfully, Legacy Lawn Care has the weed control services you need to make sure your lawn is weed-free this winter.

Spot spray broadleaf weeds.
Broadleaf weeds are a common problem in lawns during the winter months. Weeds like dandelions, thistles and chickweed are likely to show up in the garden.The best time to spot treat broadleaf weeds is after the first frost. You can treat the weeds with a spot treatment, but keep in mind that you shouldn’t mix broadleaf weed killers with other weed killers.

Use mulch in your flower beds.
Mulch is a great way to prevent weeds from popping up in your flower beds. Mulch is organic material that can be used in gardens to cover the ground. Any type of mulch will work, as long as it’s a porous material that will allow water to pass through and keep the soil moist. In addition to preventing weeds from sprouting up, mulch also keeps your flowers looking fresher longer. This is because it provides a layer of protection between the soil and the sun. Mulch can also help reduce moisture levels in the soil which in turn, will prevent the emergence of weeds.

Use pre-emergent weed control to stop weeds before they start.
In the winter it’s a good idea to put down pre-emergent weed control if you have any concerns about weeds developing in your lawn. Weed killers that are pre-emergent will kill the weeds before they have a chance to spread their seeds. If you wait until the weeds have grown and established, you are fighting an uphill battle.

With winter weed control, your lawn will look healthy and green all year long. Legacy Lawn Care can help you with winter weed control to keep your lawn looking great all year long.

Weed control service may be your answer. 

No matter what you do, weeds always seem to grow back, sometimes even stronger than before. They can quickly take over and turn your beautiful lawn into a weed-filled nightmare. Making weed control a priority can help reverse damage that weeds have caused your lawn and help prevent them from spreading. 

Crabgrass

Crabgrass emerges in warm weather and can have long-lasting damaging effects. A single crabgrass plant can produce up to 150,000 seeds. Those seeds then germinate and start the harmful cycle all over again leaving you with a yard full of weeds.

Annual Bluegrass / Poa

One of the most common weeds, Annual Bluegrass, can be a major problem in lawns and is a constant hassle for those maintaining their precious lawn. It’s bright green color stands out like a sore thumb in your beautiful lawn. Though it might be hard to control the current Annual Bluegrass, preventative measures can be taken to prevent future growth.

Dandelions

Dandelions might bring a pop of color, but if you don’t desire having them in your yard or garden, they can be a pain to get rid of. Dandelions are a simple perennial and grow through the spread of seeds. Their roots can grow up to two feet long and can hide under the surface even after they have broken off causing constant growth. 

As much as you might try to follow all of the right protocol and steps to keep weeds out, you might need to to recruit an expert. Thankfully, Legacy Lawn Care specializes in lawn care in and around Winder, GA and knows exactly how to help. Legacy offers a specific Georgia weed control service that is catered specifically to your lawn. Allow us to handle your yard and set it up for the approaching summer. 

In the wintertime, just like many things, your lawn may go dormant. This is why many believe that there is little to be done as far as lawn care once winter strikes, especially if you live in a colder region where snow and ice cover your lawn. However, these steps for winter weed control will ensure that come Spring, your yard is ready!

1. Before you should even think about winter weed control, make sure to treat your lawn before the very first frost in the fall. Aeration is a process that allows water and nutrients to get to the roots of your lawn, preventing the cause of weeds, improper nutrients. This is an essential first step because it provides your lawn with the right care before it is classified as “dormant.” When to aerate depends on the type of grass you have and your geographic area. Aeration generally should occur during your lawn’s best growth period. In Georgia, that is usually spring or summer. 
2. Another tip for having the best winter lawn is removing all of the leaf piles that were collected during the fall. These piles can become too moist and trap nutrients from going to the right places in your yard. This is basically a cause of suffocation and can cancel out any other work that you do on your lawn and allow weeds to gross in infertile soil.
3. Even though your grass may be dormant, winter weeds like crabgrass and broadleaf weeds can continue to grow. These pesky weeds grow slower during winter months then spread quickly as the weather warms up, often utilizing the water and minerals your lawn needs to be at its best. The most effective plan of attack is to apply winter weed control treatments to prevent them from growing.

Even in the winter, weed control and proper lawn care are important to make sure your lawn will be ready come spring. Contact Legacy Lawn Care today to schedule a service!