I've been battling weeds in my backyard since moving into my house almost 4 years ago. Initially, there was hardly any grass, but after two years, my lawn became overrun by every type of weed imaginable. Living in Texas, where it gets really hot, hasn't helped because the sun doesn't seem to be effective against them. I've tried various hose weed killers from Home Depot and even purchased a Ryobi backpack sprayer for my 12,000 sq. ft. lawn, using surfactant and Tenacity. The Tenacity has made a bit of a difference, but the weeds just keep coming back. You can check out how it looks after mowing for two weeks [here](https://imgur.com/a/j411589). I live a bit outside the city in a rainy area. I've tried everything I can think of and am looking for some new advice. The Tenacity worked well on my front lawn, but I had to cover every inch, especially since my neighbor's lawn is a mess due to his 12 dogs. Any suggestions?
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Instead of trying to maintain a traditional lawn, have you considered xeriscaping with native plants? It uses less water and can really fit Texas conditions. You might want to chat with the USDA county extension agent for free advice or find local landscape companies specializing in this. Trying to keep a golf course lawn in Texas might not be the best approach!
Just cut everything down to lawn height with your mower! Embrace the greenery even if it’s a little wild. It might help establish some resilience in your yard, but I get how frustrating it can be with the heat and regrowth.
I actually mowed it down to the lowest setting just two weeks ago, but the heat didn’t help as much as I hoped. It does look a little better, though!
It's surprising not to see any trees around your place, especially in Texas! But I hear you, the mix of nature with neighbors (like the cows and eagles) sounds pretty cool.
Absolutely! I love the wildlife here. Even without trees, the nature around me is pretty amazing.
You’re lucky to be near that kind of wildlife! It’s a nice escape from city life.
Have you thought about grass alternatives like clover or red creeping thyme? They might hold up better to foot traffic and could work in your area. If grass isn't thriving, this could be a smart switch!
Sometimes just letting it breathe for a bit can help! Maybe mix in some grass alternatives if you're open to it.