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.
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This winter or summer annual prefers cool, rich, moist soils. This broadleaf weed reproduces by seed, and each plant may produce three to four generations of seeds in one season. (Photo credit: Rebecca Snyder, Fallbrooksource.com) |
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This annual summer weed grows rapidly in warm months and tolerates poorly compacted soils and drought. Its distinct succulent foliage sets it apart from other weed species. |
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This plant has a short, thick tap root that forms a rosette of leaves that lay flat to the ground. The broad oval-shaped leaves have 3-5 prominent parallel veins and are attached to the root system by a very fibrous celery-shaped petiole. |
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This annual summer grass grows under close mowing and prefers open areas with thin turfgrass. |
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This summer annual grass grows as a compressed plant in turf and thrives in areas that are mowed short and traffic is high. |
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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. |
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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 |
