Watch Out for These 4 Weeds That Commonly Invade Lawns in South Dakota

Weeds can be a huge problem for property owners as they can not only drag down the curb appeal of lawns, but they can also steal nutrients and other resources from grass. Here in South Dakota, there are four weeds in particular that commonly invade lawns here: dandelions, crabgrass, leafy spurge, and field pennycress. In this blog, you will learn about these weeds, so you'll be able to keep a lookout for them. You'll also learn about the best ways to get rid of them, so you'll be able to keep your lawn free of these invasive plants!

1. Dandelions

Dandelions are very common weeds that are often found in lawns in South Dakota. This type of weed can be identified by its dark green leaves that have jagged edges. When this weed is mature, it produces yellow flowers, which eventually turn into white seed heads. When this weed is in its seed stage, some people pick them and blow the seed heads off of them, as there is a superstition that blowing all of the seeds off it will make a wish come true. However, unless you wished for more dandelions, it's unlikely to work. That's because these seeds are spread by the wind, or by people blowing them, and when they reach the ground, they can grow into more weeds. Both pre- and post-emergent weed control treatments are effective at controlling this weed.

2. Crabgrass

Crabgrass is another weed that often makes its way onto lawns in South Dakota. This type of weed is often mistaken for fescue grass, but it can be identified by its coarse, light green leaves that spiral out and resemble the legs of a crab - hence its name. This type of weed thrives in hotter temperatures and can take over lawns during the summer when cool-season grass growth has slowed. Pre-emergent weed control treatments are effective at preventing this weed from sprouting, and post-emergent treatments can be used to eliminate existing crabgrass.

3. Leafy Spurge

Leafy spurge is a perennial weed that typically appears on lawns in late spring and summer. This type of weed can grow up to 4 feet tall in certain conditions and can be identified by small, yellow-green flowers. When the flowers, stems, or leaves of this weed are broken, they will emit a white, milky sap that can be toxic to some animals. You can help prevent this weed from establishing itself on your lawn with pre-emergent weed control treatments and if it's already established on your lawn, you can get rid of it with post-emergent weed control treatments.

4. Field Pennycress

Field pennycress is part of the mustard family and can grow 1-2 feet tall. This unique-looking weed can easily be identified by its long, skinny appearance and typically has small flowers on the top of each stem that are usually white or yellow. In South Dakota, this weed typically blooms from mid-spring to mid-summer. Both pre-emergent and post-emergent weed control treatments are effective at controlling this type of weed.

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

At The Yard Barbers, we offer both pre- and post-emergent weed control treatments that are effective against a variety of weeds that are commonly found in South Dakota, including dandelions, crabgrass, leafy spurge, and field pennycress. What's more, our weed control program also includes fertilization treatments, so you'll be able to provide your grass with the nutrients that it needs while keeping weeds from invading your lawn and stealing those nutrients for themselves. We offer this service to property owners in Sioux Falls, Harrisburg, Tea, SD, and throughout the surrounding areas. Give us a call at (605) 370-5084 to schedule this service today!