July 18, 2025

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How to Get Rid of Weeds in 3 Phases and Keep Your Lawn Game Strong

Cartoon pig character using a propane torch to burn weeds in the front yard of a blue house with a porch swing. The pig smiles while holding the flame over small weeds on a gravel path

Make your offense strong:

Martha Stewart says to overseed and aerate your grass (especially in the fall)
Keep the grass tall – weeds hate shade
Water like you mean it. Deeply. Consistently. No lazy sprinkles

Bring out the trick plays (more from Coach Martha Stewart):

Pour boiling water on existing weeds
Vinegar? Spray away
Try baking soda for concrete cracks
Or just go full-on smother mode. Blankets, cardboard – weeds don’t like being ignored

Train All Year for a Weed-Free Lawn

Some weeds develop in the fall while others develop in the winter.

Perennial weeds like dandelions are most vulnerable in the fall. That’s when they’re pulling nutrients to their roots. Take ‘em out then for a serious win. Read more

“If your plan is to control weeds by spraying pesticides, you will be doing so for the rest of your life.” – John Cannon of NaturaLawn

Final play: go for the touchdown
A healthy lawn is your best defense – no need to babysit weeds forever.
Scotts Weed & Feed is a solid starting quarterback if you need one.

Getting rid of some grass for a garden? Check out our no-till landscaping blog.

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