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Tired of\u00a0lawn weed control getting the best of you and your yard\u00a0during Princeton, NJ’s growing season? Don’t panic. While a\u00a0serious infestation\u00a0can often indicate other issues are going on in the soil or on the surface, you simply need\u00a0a\u00a0plan to deal with them.\u00a0Follow these steps to identify the source and stop the spread of aggressive invaders:<\/p>\n
Step #1: Improving the quality of your soil.<\/strong> A lawn with many weeds can be a red flag for a nutrient or pH imbalance, or other problems with soil quality. Therefore, if you’ve been applying weed treatments without good results, these kinds of underlying conditions could be why.<\/p>\n Step #2: Practicing good mowing techniques.<\/strong> Proper maintenance\u00a0is another key step that should be a part of your treatment plan. When you mow, make sure blades are sharpened, so grass doesn’t get damaged. In addition, don’t cut more than 1\/3 of the blade off your lawn at a time. Any shorter can cause stress, making your yard more vulnerable to weeds and other challenges.<\/p>\n Step #3: Seeding spots that are thin and weak. <\/strong>Weeds will take advantage of even the smallest weakness, such as bald, thinning, or patchy areas. That’s where seeding can help, thickening up turf so that it naturally blocks out developing weeds from getting enough sun and water.<\/p>\n