Description
Crabgrass is an annual grass with a prostrate growth habit that prevents lawn growth by occupying space. Its leaves are short, covered with hairs, and light green, turning burgundy by late summer. It produces a large quantity of seeds, facilitating rapid spread.
- Family: Poaceae
- Type: Annual grass
- Season of appearance: Spring to early autumn
Causes
This weed primarily develops in sparse or damaged lawns, particularly in areas where the grass is thin or after damage caused by pests.
Prevention
- Maintain a dense and healthy lawn to limit its establishment.
- Increase mowing height to 8 cm during the growing season.
- Overseed bare areas to prevent its development.
Control
Manual Removal
Manually remove the plants by taking out the rhizomes.