The Ins and Outs of Monsoon Weed Management
Let's discuss what homeowners should learn to manage weeds properly before and during the monsoon season.
Homeowners typically welcome the monsoon season as a vital source of moisture, enabling their plants to grow and bloom. However, weeds also take advantage of this season to grow and multiply. These weeds are undesirable on most lawns as they ruin their overall appeal. Apart from the appearance, weeds also reduce the number of nutrients and sunlight other plants receive, thus stunting their growth.
Let's discuss what homeowners should learn to manage weeds properly before and during the monsoon season.
Pull weeds when they are young
Young weeds are tender and have less developed root systems. As a result, it's essential to pull the weeds while they are still young. Apart from being easier, it's also more beneficial to the surrounding plants. Mature weeds are not only difficult to pull, but they have probably already wreaked havoc on the nearby plants as well.
Pull weeds before the rainfall
Homeowners dealing with weeds shouldn't wait for the monsoon rains to arrive. As the monsoon season typically begins in mid-June, April or May might be the best time to remove these unwanted plants. Timely weed management will stop these invasive plants from multiplying rapidly during the rainy season.
If homeowners fail to deal with this issue before the rain begins, it might be best to enlist the help of a professional to remove the more stubborn weeds.
Be careful with using herbicides
Homeowners' first reflex might be to douse the weeds with herbicides. However, herbicides can do more bad than good if not used properly. Namely, these chemicals can damage the surrounding soil and plants. When using herbicides, it's best to follow all directions carefully or consult a professional.
There are two types of herbicides: pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides.
As the name suggests, pre-emergent herbicides prevent weeds from forming. Homeowners should use these chemicals twice a year, in July and December. They aim to prevent weeds from growing.
The post-emergent herbicides are equally as efficient in killing unwanted plants. The only difference is that these chemicals are used to treat existing weeds that have already sprouted.
Hire a professional
Hiring a certified weed control service is the best option - given the risks to the surrounding plants and soil involved.
They will have access to professional herbicides that are often far superior to store-bought alternatives. In addition, professionals will be able to test the soil and determine what products are appropriate to use. Finally, they are trained to use these chemicals without harming the surrounding area, which most homeowners typically use for their desired plants.
Regular lawn maintenance will ensure the lawn is weed-free, especially during the highly fertile monsoon season.
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