8 Common Lawn Weeds in Idaho<\/span><\/h2> There are hundreds of invasive plant species in the US, but here are some of the worst weeds on the Gem State\u2019s most wanted list:<\/p>
1. Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3> ![\"Dandelion](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1024px-2019-04-25_159_Taraxacum_officinale_common_dandelion_at_Haltgraben_Frankenfels_Austria.jpg\")
GT1976<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Dandelion is a short-lived, perennial weed that grows up to 3 feet long. It is commonly found in lawns, roadsides, and unmanaged properties. Dandelions spread from the root and root segments, with each plant able to produce up to 20,000 viable seeds. Strong winds can easily carry these seeds due to their feathery parachutes.<\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives: <\/strong>Full sun, can adapt to any soil<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Look for the flat yellow flowers that appear on your lawn in the spring. The leaves have jagged edges and leafless stems. Dandelions release a milky white juice when cut.<\/li> <\/ul>
2. Canada Thistle (Cirsium arvense<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3> ![\"pink](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Canada-thistle.jpg\")
Matt Lervin<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Canada thistle is an aggressive weed that hinders the growth of your desirable, native plants. Each plant produces up to 5,300 seeds<\/a> which can remain viable for almost a decade. Thistle plants spread primarily through seed dispersal by wind, water, and human activities. <\/p> - Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Full sun or partial shade; tolerates a variety of soil conditions but doesn\u2019t like wet feet.<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Canada thistle grows up to 3 feet tall. It has spiny leaves and produces purplish-pink flowers. <\/li> <\/ul>
3. White Clover (Trifolium repens<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3> ![\"White](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1024px-Trifolium_repens_5154568317.jpg\")
Matt Lavin<\/a> from Bozeman, Montana | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Despite having vegetative qualities, white clover is among Idaho\u2019s most common lawn weeds. The perennial legume spreads by both seed and stolons, stealing water and nutrients from your desirable plants. To make matters worse, white clover attracts pocket gophers that wreak havoc on your lawn.<\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Areas with full sun exposure, but can adapt to shady lawns.<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> White clover has a stoloniferous growth habit. Its leaves have three leaflets that may have water marks on the upper surface. The flower heads have up to 100 florets and are borne on long stalks from the leaf axils. <\/li> <\/ul>
4. Field Bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3> ![\"close](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bindweed.jpg\")
Peter O’Connor aka anemoneprojectors<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Field bindweed is a perennial plant that grows in circular patches and creeps in every direction. It primarily spreads by seed until it reaches maturity, after which it spreads by extending lateral roots. Bindweed infestations occur when root sections are transported by lawn equipment from one spot to another. <\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Full sun and dry areas with gravelly field soils. <\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Field bindweed has twining stems that grow up to 6 feet tall. The green leaves are arrow-shaped and are sometimes covered with a whitish powder. The funnel-shaped flowers are often white or pinkish. <\/li> <\/ul>
5. Black Medic (Medicago lupulina<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3> ![\"Black](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/41033770745_4910d7844b_c-1.jpg\")
Andreas Rockstein<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Black medic<\/a> is a perennial legume that grows low to the ground and forms patches up to 2 feet wide. The low growth habit helps it survive mowing, making it a tough-to-eliminate lawn weed. A single black medic plant can produce as many as 6,600 seeds annually. They can remain viable in your soil for several years.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p> - Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial plant in areas with mild winters, though mainly a shallow-rooted annual. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Lawns with full sun and compact soils.<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify: <\/strong>Black medic has black seed heads and heart-shaped leaves. The flowers are yellowish and often grow in clumps. <\/li> <\/ul>
6. Common Chickweed (Stellaria media<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3> ![\"Common](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1024px-Stellaria_media_3_RF.jpg\")
Robert Flogaus-Faust<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Common chickweed is an edible plant that likes to grow in flower beds, ornamental plantings, and areas with rich soils. It reproduces mainly from seeds that remain viable in the soil for up to 30 years. Given it\u2019s a winter annual, chickweed grows vigorously in cool temperatures. In addition to out-competing your desirable plants, chickweed attracts insect pests such as Western tarnished plant bugs. <\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf <\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Annual, but can also grow as a short-lived perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Moist, cool conditions and fertile soils with neutral pH<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Chickweed has a low-growing habit, making them appear like mats. It has a slender stem with smooth and shiny leaves. Chickweed produces white-shaped flowers with 5 petals. <\/li> <\/ul>
7. Orange Hawkweed (Hieracium Aurantiacum<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3> ![\"closeup](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Hieracium-aurantiacum-1.jpg\")
Cbaile19<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC0 1.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Orange hawkweed is one of the worst weeds that can grow on your lawn. It is highly invasive with prolific seed production and vigorous vegetative growth. Once found in your garden, hawkweed can spread by wind-dispersed seeds or water-dispersed stolons. Unfortunately, mowing and hand-pulling cannot eliminate a hawkweed invasion. <\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Full sun or partial shade. Hawkweed prefers well-drained soils with a coarse texture. <\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Hawkweed grows up to 2 feet tall. The leaves appear like basal rosettes. Orange-red flowers are found at the end of the leafless flower stalks. <\/li> <\/ul>
8. Oxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3> ![\"couple](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2019-06-07_100_Leucanthemum_vulgare-1.jpg\")
GT1976<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Oxeye daisy is a herbaceous perennial that competes aggressively with native plants in your lawn. Branched rhizomes and adventitious roots allow this non-native weed to spread rapidly in unmaintained lawns. The yellow center of daisies attracts pollinating insects such as bees and hoverflies, which can be problematic for a family member allergic to bee stings. <\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Oxeye daisy thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It can also grow in partially shaded lawns. <\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify<\/strong>: It grows up to 3 feet tall. The stem can produce 2 or more flower heads. The leaves are spoon-shaped and partially wrap around the stem. The flowers bloom all summer with 2-inch wide yellow centers. <\/li> <\/ul>
FAQ About Idaho Lawn Weeds<\/span><\/h2> Does johnsongrass grow in all parts of Idaho? <\/span><\/h3> Johnsonsongrass is an invasive, grassy weed species in Idaho. Here are some of the counties in which Johnsongrass grows: <\/p>
- Oneida<\/li>
- Caribou<\/li>
- Bingham<\/li>
- Boundary<\/li>
- Kootenai<\/li>
- Clearwater<\/li> <\/ul>
Where is chickweed mostly found in Idaho? <\/span><\/h3> Chickweed grows mostly in western parts of the state, including the following counties: <\/p>
- Owyhee<\/li>
- Adams<\/li>
- Latah<\/li>
- Bonner<\/li>
- Boise<\/li> <\/ul>
Is matgrass native to Idaho? <\/span><\/h3> It most definitely is not. Matgrass is considered an invasive species to Idaho lawns. It is challenging to control given its close resemblance to other grasses in mixed stands. <\/p>
Hire a Pro to Stamp Out Weeds<\/span><\/h2> Most invasive lawn weeds including dandelions are noticeable once fully established. Hand-pulling and other manual controls may encourage further spreading via rhizomes or stolons, essentially working in the weeds\u2019 favor. When you need reinforcements, hire a local weed control company<\/a> to liberate your native garden from unwanted weeds.<\/p> Main Image Credit: H. Zell<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Non-native plants hinder the growth of your lawn\u2019s eye-catching flowers. Browse through to identify the most common weeds in Idaho.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":91,"featured_media":30926,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[213],"tags":[559,141],"class_list":["post-30909","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-idaho","tag-lawn-care-id","tag-weed-control"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Leucanthemum_vulgare_001-1.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Jeffery Keusseyan","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/jeffery-keusseyan\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30909","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/91"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=30909"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30909\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":43037,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30909\/revisions\/43037"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/30926"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=30909"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=30909"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=30909"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
Dandelion is a short-lived, perennial weed that grows up to 3 feet long. It is commonly found in lawns, roadsides, and unmanaged properties. Dandelions spread from the root and root segments, with each plant able to produce up to 20,000 viable seeds. Strong winds can easily carry these seeds due to their feathery parachutes.<\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives: <\/strong>Full sun, can adapt to any soil<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Look for the flat yellow flowers that appear on your lawn in the spring. The leaves have jagged edges and leafless stems. Dandelions release a milky white juice when cut.<\/li> <\/ul>
2. Canada Thistle (Cirsium arvense<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>
Matt Lervin<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Canada thistle is an aggressive weed that hinders the growth of your desirable, native plants. Each plant produces up to 5,300 seeds<\/a> which can remain viable for almost a decade. Thistle plants spread primarily through seed dispersal by wind, water, and human activities. <\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Full sun or partial shade; tolerates a variety of soil conditions but doesn\u2019t like wet feet.<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Canada thistle grows up to 3 feet tall. It has spiny leaves and produces purplish-pink flowers. <\/li> <\/ul>
3. White Clover (Trifolium repens<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>
Matt Lavin<\/a> from Bozeman, Montana | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Despite having vegetative qualities, white clover is among Idaho\u2019s most common lawn weeds. The perennial legume spreads by both seed and stolons, stealing water and nutrients from your desirable plants. To make matters worse, white clover attracts pocket gophers that wreak havoc on your lawn.<\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Areas with full sun exposure, but can adapt to shady lawns.<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> White clover has a stoloniferous growth habit. Its leaves have three leaflets that may have water marks on the upper surface. The flower heads have up to 100 florets and are borne on long stalks from the leaf axils. <\/li> <\/ul>
4. Field Bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>
Peter O’Connor aka anemoneprojectors<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Field bindweed is a perennial plant that grows in circular patches and creeps in every direction. It primarily spreads by seed until it reaches maturity, after which it spreads by extending lateral roots. Bindweed infestations occur when root sections are transported by lawn equipment from one spot to another. <\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Full sun and dry areas with gravelly field soils. <\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Field bindweed has twining stems that grow up to 6 feet tall. The green leaves are arrow-shaped and are sometimes covered with a whitish powder. The funnel-shaped flowers are often white or pinkish. <\/li> <\/ul>
5. Black Medic (Medicago lupulina<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>
Andreas Rockstein<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Black medic<\/a> is a perennial legume that grows low to the ground and forms patches up to 2 feet wide. The low growth habit helps it survive mowing, making it a tough-to-eliminate lawn weed. A single black medic plant can produce as many as 6,600 seeds annually. They can remain viable in your soil for several years.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial plant in areas with mild winters, though mainly a shallow-rooted annual. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Lawns with full sun and compact soils.<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify: <\/strong>Black medic has black seed heads and heart-shaped leaves. The flowers are yellowish and often grow in clumps. <\/li> <\/ul>
6. Common Chickweed (Stellaria media<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>
Robert Flogaus-Faust<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Common chickweed is an edible plant that likes to grow in flower beds, ornamental plantings, and areas with rich soils. It reproduces mainly from seeds that remain viable in the soil for up to 30 years. Given it\u2019s a winter annual, chickweed grows vigorously in cool temperatures. In addition to out-competing your desirable plants, chickweed attracts insect pests such as Western tarnished plant bugs. <\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf <\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Annual, but can also grow as a short-lived perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Moist, cool conditions and fertile soils with neutral pH<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Chickweed has a low-growing habit, making them appear like mats. It has a slender stem with smooth and shiny leaves. Chickweed produces white-shaped flowers with 5 petals. <\/li> <\/ul>
7. Orange Hawkweed (Hieracium Aurantiacum<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>
Cbaile19<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC0 1.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Orange hawkweed is one of the worst weeds that can grow on your lawn. It is highly invasive with prolific seed production and vigorous vegetative growth. Once found in your garden, hawkweed can spread by wind-dispersed seeds or water-dispersed stolons. Unfortunately, mowing and hand-pulling cannot eliminate a hawkweed invasion. <\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Full sun or partial shade. Hawkweed prefers well-drained soils with a coarse texture. <\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Hawkweed grows up to 2 feet tall. The leaves appear like basal rosettes. Orange-red flowers are found at the end of the leafless flower stalks. <\/li> <\/ul>
8. Oxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>
GT1976<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Oxeye daisy is a herbaceous perennial that competes aggressively with native plants in your lawn. Branched rhizomes and adventitious roots allow this non-native weed to spread rapidly in unmaintained lawns. The yellow center of daisies attracts pollinating insects such as bees and hoverflies, which can be problematic for a family member allergic to bee stings. <\/p>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Oxeye daisy thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It can also grow in partially shaded lawns. <\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify<\/strong>: It grows up to 3 feet tall. The stem can produce 2 or more flower heads. The leaves are spoon-shaped and partially wrap around the stem. The flowers bloom all summer with 2-inch wide yellow centers. <\/li> <\/ul>
FAQ About Idaho Lawn Weeds<\/span><\/h2>
Does johnsongrass grow in all parts of Idaho? <\/span><\/h3>
Johnsonsongrass is an invasive, grassy weed species in Idaho. Here are some of the counties in which Johnsongrass grows: <\/p>
- Oneida<\/li>
- Caribou<\/li>
- Bingham<\/li>
- Boundary<\/li>
- Kootenai<\/li>
- Clearwater<\/li> <\/ul>
Where is chickweed mostly found in Idaho? <\/span><\/h3>
Chickweed grows mostly in western parts of the state, including the following counties: <\/p>
- Owyhee<\/li>
- Adams<\/li>
- Latah<\/li>
- Bonner<\/li>
- Boise<\/li> <\/ul>
Is matgrass native to Idaho? <\/span><\/h3>
It most definitely is not. Matgrass is considered an invasive species to Idaho lawns. It is challenging to control given its close resemblance to other grasses in mixed stands. <\/p>
Hire a Pro to Stamp Out Weeds<\/span><\/h2>
Most invasive lawn weeds including dandelions are noticeable once fully established. Hand-pulling and other manual controls may encourage further spreading via rhizomes or stolons, essentially working in the weeds\u2019 favor. When you need reinforcements, hire a local weed control company<\/a> to liberate your native garden from unwanted weeds.<\/p>
Main Image Credit: H. Zell<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Oxeye daisy thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It can also grow in partially shaded lawns. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Hawkweed grows up to 2 feet tall. The leaves appear like basal rosettes. Orange-red flowers are found at the end of the leafless flower stalks. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Full sun or partial shade. Hawkweed prefers well-drained soils with a coarse texture. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Chickweed has a low-growing habit, making them appear like mats. It has a slender stem with smooth and shiny leaves. Chickweed produces white-shaped flowers with 5 petals. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Moist, cool conditions and fertile soils with neutral pH<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Annual, but can also grow as a short-lived perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf <\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify: <\/strong>Black medic has black seed heads and heart-shaped leaves. The flowers are yellowish and often grow in clumps. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Lawns with full sun and compact soils.<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial plant in areas with mild winters, though mainly a shallow-rooted annual. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Field bindweed has twining stems that grow up to 6 feet tall. The green leaves are arrow-shaped and are sometimes covered with a whitish powder. The funnel-shaped flowers are often white or pinkish. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Full sun and dry areas with gravelly field soils. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> White clover has a stoloniferous growth habit. Its leaves have three leaflets that may have water marks on the upper surface. The flower heads have up to 100 florets and are borne on long stalks from the leaf axils. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Areas with full sun exposure, but can adapt to shady lawns.<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial <\/li> <\/ul>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Canada thistle grows up to 3 feet tall. It has spiny leaves and produces purplish-pink flowers. <\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives:<\/strong> Full sun or partial shade; tolerates a variety of soil conditions but doesn\u2019t like wet feet.<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial<\/li> <\/ul>
- Weed type:<\/strong> Broadleaf<\/li> <\/ul>
- How to identify:<\/strong> Look for the flat yellow flowers that appear on your lawn in the spring. The leaves have jagged edges and leafless stems. Dandelions release a milky white juice when cut.<\/li> <\/ul>
- Where it thrives: <\/strong>Full sun, can adapt to any soil<\/li> <\/ul>
- Life cycle:<\/strong> Perennial <\/li> <\/ul>