Weed Control
Expert weed control advice: weeds are not only unsightly, but also compete with the plants you want to grow for any available nutrients and water. Early spring and autumn are the best times to make a start on weed control in the garden. As the weather starts to warm up annual weeds quickly germinate and colonise bare ground, while perennial weeds start growing from roots already in the ground.
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Rosebay Willowherb Rosebay Willowherb (Chamerion angustifolium), a fairly attractive plant, but a weed nonetheless which will compete with the plants you want to grow for nutrients and…
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Ragwort Ragwort (Jacobaea vulgaris) is also called ragweed and benweed. A leafy weed known for producing large volumes of seeds and therefore spreading rapidly. Resolva Xtra…
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Plantain Plantain (part of the Plantaginaceae family) have large leaves with protruding centres that look fluffy on first impression. Another weed that can cause problems on…
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Nettle (common) The common nettle, or stinging nettle (Urtica dioica). A troublesome weed with strong roots that’s liable to show up in all types of soil. Try…
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Daisies Daisies (Bellis perennis) are easily identifiable by their white petals and yellow centres. If you mow your lawn closely then you’re liable to get a…
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How to Kill Weeds in your Lawn Weeds can be a nuisance in lawns, as they not only crowd out the grass but also make the lawn look unsightly. While pulling weeds…