Quick Tips #14: Controlling Sedge Weeds

Quick Tip #14: Controlling Sedge Weeds Sedge Control can be difficult, even by professionals. The best method for controlling nutsedge is to create a healthy, dense, stand of turfgrass that can compete with weeds. Sedge is most problematic in turf that is mown too short, and/or areas where soils remain moist from poor drainage or overwatering. Sedge can also be a problem in well-drained areas, especially thin turf but it is less likely and won’t spread as easily. Visit Weed Control Tips for more weed control tips like this