Q. Is it ever too early to apply crabgrass preventer? I know it won't work if it's applied too late.-Eric Sondag, Fargo A. Crabgrass seed begins to germinate when the soil temperature is about 55 ...

If you’ve ever applied crabgrass preventer in early April only to find weeds popping up anyway, the problem isn’t the product. It’s the timing. Lawn care experts say when it comes to stopping ...

A weed commonly found in Kansas lawns can sure make homeowners feel pretty crabby this time of year. But applying an herbicide at the right time can help alleviate crabgrass problems, said Kansas ...

I saw a couple of lawns with a lot of crabgrass last summer. Generally, crabgrass thrives in lawns that are cut short and in drier areas near pavement. Fortunately, crabgrass has not been an issue in ...

Crabgrass is a common enemy of lawn-lovers across Michigan. Here are some best practices on eliminating crabgrass. First off, any crabgrass is a sign your grass is not thick enough. A tall, thick turf ...

QUESTION: Last year, with all the rain, I had a bumper crop of crabgrass. As usual, I put down the preventer in early spring and followed up with a second application in early May. This year, I want ...

Most lawn and garden chores are timely, but few are as time-and-temperature specific as applying crabgrass preventer to a lawn. Annual crabgrass starts germination when soil temperatures reach 50 to ...

Can I apply crabgrass preventer to my lawn now that the snow is gone? I would not advise that. You will likely want to do some cleanup first. Likely some trash has settled there over winter, some ...

Editor's note: Throughout the growing season, Mike Hogan, OSU Extension Educator for Agriculture & Natural Resources in Franklin County, will answer gardening questions submitted by Dispatch readers.

Crabgrass killers can help control one of the most stubborn lawn weeds, making them essential for anyone wanting a healthy, lush yard. Since crabgrass spreads quickly, thrives in spots already thin or ...