Weedkiller for Dandelions
Posted: April 3rd, 2010 | Author: tejvan | Filed under: Weeds and Treatments | 2 Comments »At this time of the year, dandelions are growing fast and will soon be setting seed and sowing more seeds for next year. One option is to dig out dandelions with a small spade or trowel. They have a long root which all needs to be taken out. It can feel satisfying to dig out a long root, but, it is difficult to stop it breaking.
Alternatively, you can use a good systemic weedkiller. For well established dandelions with deep roots, they may take a few repeated spraying to completely eradicate. But, ultimately, a weed killer will finish off dandelions.
Roundup Weedkiller concentrate. Good for large areas which need treating.
Handy spray gun, good for small areas and prevents the need for mixing up concentrate in a spray can.
Treating Dandelions in Lawns
Treating dandelions in lawns requires a little more care. Again, you could use the manual approach of using a trowel to dig out the odd weed. Alternatively, you can use a particular lawn weedkiller such as:
Are Dandelions Weeds?
Yes, definitely if you don’t want them there. They will also spread quite quickly, they thrive in the British climate. Some might grow Dandelions for their leaves and roots (can be made into a somewhat bitter coffee). Also the yellow flowers are quite attractive. It’s not the end of the world to have them in your lawn.
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