Crabgrass is a bunch-forming weed that resembles the look of grass, but it's a sneaky invader that can quickly take over your lawn. Crabgrass is a common problem for property owners in Georgia, spreading through thousands of seeds. On the bright side, there are ways to eliminate this pesky weed, namely with post-emergent weed control treatments. You'll also want to utilize pre-emergents to get ahead of it before it sprouts and causes problems for your lawn. Continue reading to learn more about crabgrass and how to deal with it!

What does crabgrass look like?

Crabgrass is a type of bunch-forming grass weed that is known for its coarse texture and is typically light or yellowish green. This pesky weed grows low to the ground and can be identified by its wide, flat leaves that have a distinct, finger-like shape. As crabgrass matures, it develops seed heads that are tall and spiky, with a red or purplish hue. It can also form large clusters across your lawn, making it easy to spot among your other grass.

Robert Efford at TurfXpertCrabgrass gets its name from the way its stems spread out from the central root, resembling the legs of a crab!

How does crabgrass spread?

Crabgrass spreads rapidly and aggressively, making it a major nuisance if it grows on your lawn. This grass weed reproduces by seed, which germinates during the warmer weather of summer. It can produce thousands of seeds, quickly taking over areas of your turf that are thin, bare, or damaged. Before long, crabgrass can choke out your grass, leaving you with a weed-ridden lawn.

What are the best ways to eliminate crabgrass from your lawn?

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Pre-emergent weed control treatments are one of the most effective ways to prevent crabgrass from taking hold of your lawn in the first place. These treatments work by creating a barrier in the soil that prevents it from sprouting above the surface. Pre-emergents should be applied in the late winter and early spring, before crabgrass becomes active, to ensure optimal effectiveness and protect your lawn from this invasive weed.

If crabgrass has already taken hold in your lawn, post-emergent weed control treatments can help to eliminate it. These treatments are applied directly to the growth and work by targeting its roots, killing it at its source. Post-emergents can be used throughout the year whenever crabgrass begins to show its ugly head. Fortunately, by utilizing both, you can cover both ends of its growth cycle and keep it from taking over your lawn.

Signing up for a professional weed control program can help keep crabgrass off your lawn.

The best way to keep crabgrass off your lawn is by signing up for a professional weed control program. Pros have the experience, knowledge, and equipment needed to effectively prevent and eliminate crabgrass so your turf stays healthy and weed-free all year. These programs also include regular visits, so you don't have to worry about maintaining a weed control schedule, as they'll do it for you!

Call us to sign up for our crabgrass control service and rid your lawn of this invasive weed!

If you're tired of looking out at your lawn and seeing crabgrass, it's time to call in our experts at TurfXpert. Our crabgrass control service is the perfect solution, and we utilize pre- and post-emergent treatments throughout the year to keep it weed-free. This service is available as part of our lawn care program, which we offer to residential and commercial properties, plus HOAs, in Woodstock, GA, and surrounding areas like Roswell and Alpharetta. Give us a call at (833) 444-8873 to schedule our crabgrass control service today!