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Weeds/Crabgrass #557034

Asked April 30, 2019, 7:52 AM EDT

Was wondering if I could get some help trying to identify this weed/crabgrass. Also would like to know if there was something that I could use to treat it? Thank You! Jamie 

Frederick County Maryland

Expert Response

This looks like orchardgrass. It is a perennial grass which makes it difficult to control. Small infestations can be dug out by hand. There is no specific lawn herbicide that will target this weed. Take a look at our website for management options. https://extension.umd.edu/hgic/topics/orchardgrass

Proper fertilizing, mowing, and overseeding will produce a healthier, thicker lawn, less susceptible to weed infestations. Here are more tips for weed prevention.
https://extension.umd.edu/hgic/topics/tips-lawn-weed-prevention-and-management

Christa

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