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Weeds are the biggest frustration for lawn owners, ruining the pristine, lush look of your lawn in Perth. Just when your turf is looking picture-perfect, invasive broadleaf weeds, wintergrass, and onion weed appear, disrupting the uniformity of your lawn.
One of the biggest lawn care myths is that weeds spread through lawnmowers—this is rarely the case. Weed seeds are already present in the soil or are introduced via wind, rain, birds, and foot traffic. A proper weed management strategy will keep invasive weeds under control while promoting a dense, healthy lawn.
How to Prevent & Remove Weeds from Your Lawn
1. A Thick, Healthy Lawn is the Best Defense
A dense lawn with a well-balanced soil profile naturally suppresses weeds by blocking light and reducing available space for weed growth. Regular lawn fertilisation, aeration, and proper mowing techniques will strengthen your turf, making it more resistant to weed invasion.
2. Post-Emergent Weed Control
If your lawn is already infested with weeds, applying a high-quality post-emergent herbicide will eliminate existing broadleaf weeds and wintergrass. This step is crucial for restoring the health of your turf before weeds take over completely.
3. Pre-Emergent Weed Prevention
After removing visible weeds, it’s time to target the weed seed bank in your soil. Applying a pre-emergent herbicide such as Barricade in Spring and Autumn will break the weed cycle by stopping new weeds from germinating. This approach reduces future infestations, keeping your lawn weed-free year-round.
Why Changing Herbicides is Important
Did you know that weeds can develop resistance to herbicides if the same product is used repeatedly? Herbicides work by targeting specific weed growth processes—each process is known as a Mode of Action (MOA). To maintain long-term weed control, you should rotate herbicides every few years to ensure continued effectiveness against stubborn weeds.
Safe & Effective Weed Management
✔ Always read herbicide labels for proper application and safety precautions.✔ Apply the correct herbicide rate per square metre for maximum effectiveness.✔ Avoid overusing the same product—switching MOA groups helps prevent resistance.
Professional Weed Free Lawn Control Services with Positively Green
Tackling weeds on your own can be time-consuming and frustrating. If you prefer a licensed, professional lawn care provider, Positively Green offers expert weed control services through our one-off treatments or annual lawn care packages.
🔗 Explore our weed control and lawn maintenance plans here: www.positivelygreen.com.au/plans
Let Positively Green take care of your weed-free lawn, so you can enjoy a lush, green outdoor space—without the hassle! 🌱
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