Dandelions |
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Description: Broadleaf weed with deep, fleshy taproot; yellow flowers.Peak Season: April - May Treatment: Herbicide Dandelions are a perennial broadleaf weed. They are characterized by a deep, fleshy taproot, broad and jagged leaves, and yellow flowers up to two inches in diameter. As the flowers go to seed, the yellow pedals are replaced with white, puffy seeds. When wind blows they are then disbursed throughout the region. When will I see Dandelions? 
How do I get rid of Dandelion and how long will it take?Aside from hand pulling the individual taproots out of your lawn by hand, a selective herbicide is the best way to get Dandelions out of your lawn. This should be applied every five to six weeks. After the first application you will see withering in the leaves. I can take up to six consecutive applications to completely kill the largest and most established plants. 
How do I prevent Dandelions from infiltrating my lawn?While there is no way to perfectly keep out all Dandelions, there are a few things you can do to help prevent new growth in your lawn. These include:
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