Question From:
Derek Hauwert in Vincentia, Vincentia NSW
Nature of problem:
I have a weed that is spreading on my lawn that I cannot distinguish online and would like to know of a spray that will kill it/them but not my palmetto buffalo lawn.
Type of Plant (if known):
Unknown
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
n/a
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
topsoil turf on top of clay
How often do you water the plant:
n/a
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
full sunlight
What type of plant is it:
unsure
How long since you planted it:
i didn’t
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
lawn fertilizer
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoor
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
ground
What other treatments have you given the plant:
Buffalo weed killer
Upload photo if available:
image.jpg
Other Comments:
Please help me identify this weed and what products are needed to rid it from my lawn.
Thanks.
Answer:Hi Derek, Thanks for the photo, it made all the difference. The issue is correct maintenance. Note the dead grass underneath the top green bits – this dead layer is what is allowing the weeds to grow. I suspect that drying out may be an issue plus the spray that you used. SO go back to basics, get the grass growing well and your problem will disappear. Get a steak knife and use it to cut just under the crown of each rosette of grass and remove them all. This is both quick & easy. Then fertilise with Scotts Lawn Builder (with added wetting agent) slow release lawn food. Then water once with a week with a metal rose or capital sprinkler. Don
