Treating Common Broadleaf Weeds in Lawn | All Purpose Weed Control

In this video, we'll talk about the weeds that can show up in your lawn and have broad leaves. We'll explain what these weeds are, show you some common examples, and tell you how to get rid of them in your lawn.
Recognising Weeds with Wide Leaves
Broadleaf weeds are plants with wide, flat leaves that come in different sizes, shapes, and textures. They're easy to spot because they look quite different from the grass in your lawn.
Some common ones include creeping oxalis, clover, chickweed, plantain, and catsear. Even though they may look different from each other, they all stand out from your lawn or any other grass in your yard.
To get rid of these weeds, it's important to first figure out which ones you have so you can choose the right way to deal with them. This will make sure the methods or products you use work well.
How Broadleaf Weeds Get into Your Lawn
These weeds can show up in your lawn for different reasons. Usually, it happens when you haven't been taking good care of your lawn, the soil is packed down too much, or your lawn is weak because it's worn out or not very thick.
Weeds like to take over when your grass is struggling. This could be because of things like too much shade or poor drainage in certain areas of your lawn.
Weeds can come into your lawn through rain, wind, pets, and people walking on the grass. They're more likely to grow if there's room in the soil and space for them to spread out.
How to Stop Broadleaf Weeds from Coming Back
To keep your lawn free of these weeds for the long run, follow these steps:
Mowing: Cut your grass to the right height for your type of grass. Taller grass makes it hard for weed seeds to grow.
Watering: Water your lawn deeply but not too often. This helps your grass grow deeper roots, making it better at competing with weeds.
Fertilising: Use the right amount and type of fertilizer for your lawn. Healthy grass can fend off weeds better.
Aeration: Occasionally, or when needed, aerate your lawn. This helps with compacted soil and lets your grass get more nutrients and water.
How to Get Rid of Broadleaf Weeds Once They're There
If you only have a few scattered weeds, you can:
Pull Them Out by Hand: Grab the weeds and pull them out, but be careful not to damage the grass.
Spot-Treat with Weed Killer: Use a weed killer that won't hurt your grass, but only put it on the weeds.
Using Weed Killers for Broadleaf Weeds
If the weeds have spread a lot or are tough to pull out, you might need a special weed killer made for broadleaf weeds. These come in two types:
Spray on the Weeds (Post-Emergent Herbicides): These work best on young, growing weeds. They often contain ingredients like Bromoxynil and Dicamba, which are good at getting rid of broadleaf weeds.
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Spray Before the Weeds Grow (Pre-Emergent Herbicides):
These are put on the lawn before weed seeds have a chance to grow. They stop the seeds from sprouting. Common ingredients include Oxadiazon, Prodiamine, and Pendimethalin, which work well against annual broadleaf weeds.
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In short, knowing what broadleaf weeds are and using the right ways to prevent and treat them can help you keep your lawn nice and free of these pesky invaders.
For more information on how to contro weeds in your lawn, jump on our weed information page on our website.
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