The leaves of this evergreen shrub are hefty and dense, making it ideal for weed management. It spreads through underground stems and makes an excellent ground cover; weeds don't stand a chance.

Did you know that the way weeds spread isn't your only woe? Some species can also attract pests to your yard. Discover which ...

The evergreen ground cover you choose determines whether you have healthy-looking plants with stunning year-round color or a sad, drab yard. While a wide variety of evergreen ground cover plants are ...

Ground covers are an essential element in any well-designed garden. Not only do they add lush greenery and vibrant color, but they also serve practical purposes like suppressing weeds, conserving ...

An extension crops educator sees cover crops as a compliment to other weed control tactics. Liz Stahl with the University of Minnesota says herbicides remain the most effective tool for managing weeds ...

Why is ground elder a problem weed? Although is an excellent ground-cover plant, the horizontal roots of ground elder (Aegopodium podagraria) grow up to a metre a year, allowing it to spread and ...

The numbers and types of broadleaf weeds found in turfgrass are greatly influenced by management and cultural practices. For example, close mowing and too little nitrogen favor white clover. Close ...

Alberta’s Weed Control Act states that prohibited noxious weeds must be destroyed and noxious weeds must be controlled. The Alberta Weed Control Act enables the Minister’s authority to declare noxious ...

Geoff Riley, Inverell Shire Council, with DPIRD state priority weeds coordinator Bill Davidson and Northern Tablelands LLS ...