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Dandelion
Taraxacum officinale

WEED DESCRIPTION
Dandelion is a broadleaf perennial weed that is most commonly found in lawns and landscapes. Seedlings begin to emerge in early spring when soil temperatures reach 50 degrees. It is typically recognized by its solitary, bright yellow blossoms that grow on the end of leafless, hollow stalks. It produces a puffball seed head shortly after mowing, and seeds are easily dispersed by the wind.

CONTROL TIPS
For early season control, apply a postemergence herbicide containing florasulam—such as Defendor® specialty herbicide. Designed to perform in cold weather, Defendor prevents dandelion bloom and controls other spring weeds before they’re ever seen. Dandelions prefer moist conditions and soils, but thrive in weak, thin turf. Properly mow, water and fertilize turf to encourage healthy growth and minimize thin turf.

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Crabgrass Knows No Boundaries

While many weeds are regional, crabgrass can be found just about anywhere in the United States. Often mistaken for tall fescue or goosegrass, crabgrass can be identified by its light green, pointed leaf blades. Check out this video for helpful identification tips and simple ways to control this grassy weed now and into the spring.
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A Guide to Selecting the Proper Preemergence Herbicide

Spring can’t come soon enough for much of the country that endures long winters, but for turf managers, it’s a race against the clock—or a race against Mother Nature. Looking to make fewer applications? Reduce callbacks? Watch March Madness? Add Dimension®, Gallery® or Snapshot® specialty herbicide to your starting lineup for the most effective weed control this spring. Create your spring weed control plan.
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This issue of Weed Watch was produced by North Coast Media's content marketing staff in collaboration with Dow AgroSciences. The series features key weeds, along with identification tips, control tips and product recommendations.

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