How to Keep Weeds Under Control in San Diego: Spring Edition
Weed Control Tips for San Diego County in Spring
Spring has sprung, and unfortunately, so have weeds. San Diego landscapers know that Spring provides excellent conditions for weeds to sprout. The weather is warming up, and seasonal rain creates perfect conditions for pesky weeds. Fortunately, you can prevent weeds but must start early to maintain a healthy, vibrant landscape.
How to Prevent Weeds in your San Diego landscape in Spring
You can learn how to stop weeds from growing in Spring. You can use several methods, which is valuable to know if you want to learn how to prevent weeds in flower beds and other parts of your landscape. Here are a few methods:
Use Pre-Emergent Herbicides
There are two types of effective herbicides—granular and liquid formulations. They create a barrier in the soil to prevent weeds from sprouting. This common weed control method is best for use on lawns and large garden areas. Timing is key, so we recommend applying it before weeds germinate (early Spring).
Mulching
Mulch is easy to apply and helps keep weeds at bay by blocking sunlight and retaining moisture. It works excellently on flower beds, tree bases, and vegetable gardens. We recommend applying mulch in early Spring or after planting.
Post-Emergent Herbicides
It is best to use a post-emergent herbicide when weeds have already sprung. This weed control method is best for driveways, sidewalks, and areas with established weed patches.
Hand-pulling/Weeding Tools
You can manage the old-fashioned way—by pulling them out by hand! This method does require a bit of labor, so we recommend doing it after it rains because it’s easier to remove roots. Weeding tools or pulling them by hand is best for small gardens and around delicate plants.
Ground Covers
Ground covers can prevent weeds in San Diego. Juniper is an excellent option to suffocate weeds and there are others; you can learn more about the best ground covers to prevent weeds in San Diego here!
Weed Barrier Fabrics
Blocking sunlight is an effective way to control weeds and weed barriers, do just that! You’ll want to lay down a barrier in early Spring before planting. They work best for pathways, garden beds, and under gravel.
Boiling Water
Pouring boiling water directly on any weeds growing along cracks in driveways, sidewalks, or pathways is an easy weed control method. We recommend pouring boiling water at first sight of weeds. Since you are dealing with boiling water, take precautions.
Creating a Strong Weed Prevention Plan
You can create a strong spring weed prevention plan by following these steps:
- Prepare your soil: Organic compost or fertilizer will improve soil quality, giving plants the proper nutrients they need to outcompete weeds.
- Apply mulch: Mulching prevents sunlight from reaching weeds. We recommend applying a 2.4-inch layer using options like bark, wood chips, or compost.
- Use Pre-Emergent Herbicides: Stop weeds before they sprout with pre-emergent herbicides. Look for options that target spurge crabgrass and oxalis.
- Weed early and do it often: Weeding is an essential way to control weeds, so if possible, do it frequently. Weed when plants are small to minimize the chance of weeds establishing deep roots. Note: Pulling weeds is much easier when the soil is soft.
- Install weed barriers: Weed barriers are typically made from woven fabrics like linen, non-woven fabric like a solid sheet with perforated holes, or black or clear plastic barriers.
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By following these weed control methods, you can prevent weeds from taking over your commercial property in San Diego. If you don't want to go it alone, let our expert commercial landscapers handle it. Call us at 760-650-3120 or message us online for a free quote.
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