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Recognizing and properly treating weed species is crucial to maintaining healthy turf. Rather than showcase beautiful, well-managed turf, we’d like to challenge your weed identification skills. Test your knowledge on these common weeds and receive proper weed identification along with treatment options from our experts.

 

2009, Issue 2
 
 
 
This aromatic perennial flourishes in moist, shady areas and spreads via its vigorous rhizomatous activity. It can be identified by its round or fan-shape, with round-toothed edges.

2009, Issue 1

 

 

A species of the Mint family, this weed prefers nutrient-rich soil and thrives in newly-seeded and thin turf. Its pink to purple flowers appear mostly in spring and early summer.

2008, Issue 2

 

 

This weed is most often recognized for its pointed, oval-shaped, smooth leaves and white star-shaped blossoms. It typically disappears under high-temperature stress.

 

2008, Issue 1

 

 

The species is a common summer annual, but can be perennial in some areas. It produces bright yellow flowers with fire petals, which eventually turn into seedpods.

2007, Issue 3

 

 

Its rich green leaves and white flowers, which bloom in late spring, appear on separate stalks from the creeping stems. Bees are attracted to the flowers.

2007, Issue 2

 

 

 

This disease attacks cool- and warm-season turfgrass in the North and South. It usually occurs from spring through fall and is most active during periods of moist, warm days and cool nights.