Weed Identification Guide

Don't let weeds rob your garden of its beauty. Use our guide to help you identify and control these troublesome pests.

Dandelion

Type: Broadleaf perennial

Size: 12 inches tall, 6 - 16 inches wide

Where it grows: Lawns and gardens in sun or shade

Appearance: Strong taproot; leaves are deeply notched. Yellow flowers mature to puffballs.

Control: Mulch to prevent it in gardens; pull plants by hand or use a post-emergence herbicide in lawns.