Every year it seems like weeds outpace my grass growth, and I'm curious about what others do to manage this situation. Do you have a reliable strategy, or have you just decided to let it be?
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Honestly, my lawnmower takes care of the weeds pretty well. Most of my front yard is a mix of grass and weeds, but the mower cuts everything nicely, so I don’t stress too much about it.
A good tip for mowing is to keep your grass at about 3 to 4 inches tall. The taller grass will help suffocate the weeds, making it harder for them to grow.
I see weeds as just plants that aren't aesthetically pleasing to me. I actually enjoy having dandelions in my yard! But if you're trying to get rid of them, I've found boiling water works like a charm! Just pour it straight onto the weeds. It's non-toxic, cheap, and doesn't mess with the soil, so your grass can grow back once it cools down. I keep an electric kettle handy for this!