Dear Dr. Dirt: We have an ocean of lawn with little islands of what we are told is tall fescue. How do we eliminate the islands? — Matt, Indianapolis Dear Reader: Tall fescue is a dark green, wide ...

Q: How can I get rid of Bermuda grass now growing in a tall fescue lawn. A: The best way to get rid of it in fescue is to cut it out if possible and then seed the bare spots after the Bermuda grass ...

Orchardgrass is a common weed, especially in tall fescue lawns. Unfortunately, orchardgrass is lighter green and faster growing than tall fescue, so it is very visible. Homeowners often complain of ...

Perennial grassy weeds are considered to be the most difficult weed problems to deal with in lawns. Control options are limited because the weed species are very similar to the lawn species. In fact, ...

If you’re having trouble getting grass to grow in a shady area of your yard, your best option may be a cool-season grass called tall fescue. However, tall fescue must receive at least three to four ...