Weed Control - How to Kill Dandelions

With spring right around the corner, now is the perfect time to get ahead of dandelions before they take over your lawn. These stubborn yellow and white weeds can spread quickly if left unchecked, but with the right weed control plan, you can stop them before they have a chance to sprout.

What dandelions look like and how they take over Tulsa lawns

Even well-maintained lawns can fall victim to dandelions. These broadleaf perennials thrive in almost any soil, especially in full sunlight. In early spring, new sprouts emerge from deep taproots, eventually turning into those familiar yellow flowers. Before long, the flowers mature into white puffballs filled with seeds that the wind carries across your lawn, leading to even more dandelions.

While dandelions seem to disappear in the fall, their taproots remain hidden beneath the surface, waiting to reemerge once temperatures rise. That’s why the best way to stop dandelions is by tackling them before spring is in full swing.

Preventing & eliminating dandelions in Tulsa

Manually pulling dandelions might seem like a good solution, but their deep roots make it nearly impossible to remove the entire plant by hand. Even if you dig them out, they often return in just a few days. That’s why prevention is key.

A thick, healthy lawn is your best defense against dandelions. Here’s how to keep them at bay:

• Mow at a higher setting – Taller grass shades the soil, making it harder for dandelion seeds to take root.
• Follow a regular feeding program – A well-fed lawn grows thicker and stronger, crowding out weeds before they can sprout.
• Use pre-emergent treatments – Applying the proper weed control early in the season can stop dandelions before they appear.

Let our Tulsa lawn care pros take care of dandelions for you

Stopping dandelions and other weeds before they spread requires a strategic, season-long approach—and that’s where Nutri-Green of Tulsa comes in. Our local lawn care plan eliminates existing weeds and prevents new ones from popping up.

• Rounds 1 & 2 of Nutri-Green's weed control program targets dandelions early, killing existing weeds while preventing new ones from sprouting.
• Powerful, targeted treatments penetrate the soil to kill dandelions at the root, reducing the chances of regrowth.
• Ongoing lawn care services help keep your grass thick, healthy, and naturally resistant to weeds all year long.

If dandelions are already present, for the best results, we recommend mowing your lawn three days after treatment to maximize effectiveness. While weed control takes patience, investing in a proactive plan now will set you up for a lush, dandelion-free lawn this spring.

Get ahead of dandelions and other unsightly weeds before spring arrives

Don’t wait until dandelions start popping up—take action now. Serving Tulsa, Bixby, Jenks, Owasso, and communities throughout Eastern Oklahoma, Nutri-Green is the best solution if you want to achieve and maintain a healthy, weed-free lawn all season long. Contact us today to request a free quote! 

This blog was originally published on June 20, 2017; it has been updated to reflect the most up-to-date information.