Nobody likes a weedy yard. Weeds can ruin your lawn care efforts faster than just about anything else, and their appearance isn’t just limited to the warmer months. Cool season weeds pop up in the fall and winter, too, making your yard look unkempt and neglected. 

You may have tried to kill these weeds on your own. You might have even called in the professionals. But no matter what you do, the problem remains: You still have weeds. 

Let’s take a look at three reasons you’re still fighting this battle, and what you can do about it from here on out. 

#1: Inferior Weed Control Products

Many people think weed killer is weed killer, but this isn’t really true. If you’re going to kill a certain type of weed, you need a certain type of weed killer—it’s not a one-size-fits-all operation. 

Most homeowners are using a granular product on their lawn, which is not only less effective than what a professional would use, it’s also set up for failure because of the specific circumstances you need for success. Your lawn has to be wet when you put the weed killer out, and then it has to not rain for 24 hours afterwards in order for the weed killer to work. If one of those requirements is off-kilter, then you’ve wasted your time and money. 

#2: Poor Timing

All those weeds in your yard germinate at various times throughout the year, so one application of weed killer just isn’t going to cut it. If you really want to kiss your weeds goodbye, you’ve got to commit to a year-round weed control regimen that targets the right weeds at the right time for maximum effect. 

While some weeds die off after one application, many varieties need to be hit multiple times before they are effectively killed. Proper weed control means switching up products throughout the year and targeting weeds during their unique growth phase. Doing it any other way is likely to result in failure. 

#3: A Non-Comprehensive Approach

If all you’re doing for your lawn is using the same lackluster weed control products over and over, then you are not going to see success anytime soon (or ever). You may kill some weeds here and there, but you’re just treating the symptoms of the problem—you’re not treating the problem itself. 

Getting rid of weeds for good means taking a holistic approach to your lawn care strategy. Aeration, regular watering, and a year-round weed control routine are all essential parts to getting the lawn you want. 

Ready to Take Control of Your Lawn? 

Here at Running Roots Lawn Care in Chelsea, Alabama, we have the right products and the right expertise to tackle even the toughest of weeds. Get a free quote today on a weed control program for your yard.