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What is Nutsedge and How do you Deal with It?
I hate stubborn weeds, and Nutsedge is one of them. You can spray it,
and it looks like it’s dead, but the very next season, it’ll be back
again. Nutsedge is one of the most frustrating weeds for exactly this
reason.
What is Nutsedge?
Nutsedge, also called Nutgrass, is distinguished by its triangular stem
and shiny leaves. It grows taller than the rest of the grass within just a
few days when it’s in season. Nutsedge is unique amongst weeds in its
durability and its spread; below its grassy offshoots and stem is a hard,
durable bulb – like a nut.
You can spray the leaves with herbicide all you like, but unless you want
to use enough product to ‘salt the earth’ around it and prevent anything
from growing, you’re not going to have an impact on this nut and it will
keep propagating in your lawn. For reference, the instances of nutsedge in
the picture here are only a few days old.
How do I get rid of it?
The only way to get rid of existing nutsedge patches without damaging your
turf grass too much is to do so manually. The best time for this is in the spring season.
First, get a garden trowel or a shovel
(not a flame thrower, even though you might be frustrated enough for one)
Then dig at least ten inches deep and several inches wider than the reach of
nutsedge leaves on the surface to make sure you got all the underground
tubers. If you leave any tubers behind, nutsedge can keep spreading. Lastly, dispose of the nutsedge tubers and
replace the dirt.
It’s a lot of work, but thankfully, you can prevent new occurrences of nutsedge
by following these 5 guidelines.
Prevention Guidelines
1. Be diligent about bringing in new soil for your lawn. Often dirt is infested with
nutsedge tubers, so make sure to sift through it before topdressing your lawn.
2. Give your lawn multiple coats of pre-emergent herbicide in the late-fall and
winter months.
3. Give your turf the advantage to push out nutsedge by following
recommended practices for fertilizer application and maintaining ideal soil pH
levels.
4. Manage insect and disease infestations by applying pest control and
fungicide products if necessary. These infestations can create bare patches
which may be overtaken by nutsedge and other weeds.
5. Water consistently as
recommended for your grass, but ensure there are no overly moist areas. Young
nutsedge thrives in moist soil, and the presence of nutsedge often indicates
poor drainage.
Nutsedge will never die without being removed at the root, but we can treat it
more frequently to keep it under control. If Nutsedge is in your lawn, give us a
call at 404-376-9554 and we can give you a discount for a more
aggressive weed control and fertilizer plan.
Good luck, please reach out if you have any questions!
Why Choose Absolute Green Landscaping?
At Absolute Green Landscaping, we provide expert weed control, fertilization, and aeration in Buford, GA and surrounding areas. With over 17 years of experience, our team knows exactly how to tackle Georgia’s tough clay soil. Our process is efficient, professional, and guaranteed to give your lawn the boost it needs.
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What people love about us
Professional: Our technicians show up at your property,
on schedule, with the knowledge necessary to customize the weed control treatment according to the needs of your lawn.
Communication: Our office team is ready to assist you if you call with requests concerning your lawn service. You will always talk to a human at our local Buford, Georgia
office and get all your questions answered.
Transparency: We don’t overpromise unrealistic outcomes and we will educate you at every opportunity. We will help you identify what the next steps are that you can
take in conjunction with our weed control and fertilizer services to provide the healthiest and best looking lawn.
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Our treatments green up your lawn and keep it weed free.
Though my family has grown since I founded Absolute Green Landscaping, my goals have stayed the same. Consistency, reliability, honesty, and relationship building with my customers. It would be my pleasure to service your lawn and help you accomplish your personal lawn care goals.
We Provide Lawn Care in North Georgia:
| Dacula | Cumming |
| Buford | Lawrenceville |
| Braselton | Duluth |
| Hoschton | Gainesville |
| Johns Creek | Suwanee |
| Ball Ground | Auburn |
| Sugar Hill | Grayson |
| Flowery Branch | Alpharetta |
We Provide Lawn Care in North Georgia:
| Dacula | Cumming |
| Buford | Lawrenceville |
| Braselton | Duluth |
| Hoschton | Gainesville |
| Johns Creek | Suwanee |
| Ball Ground | Auburn |
| Sugar Hill | Grayson |
| Flowery Branch | Alpharetta |
Office Address:
5519 Hopper Drive
Buford, GA 30518
Telephone:
(404) 376-9554