Probably the most common grassy weed in our area. Named for its upside down crablike growth habit. Typically produce 2-6 large blue to green flat leaves that form clumps and more outward from the center. The best way to control crabgrass is to keep a healthy thick lawn. You can also help control these weeds by mowing, fertilizing, and watering correctly. As a post emergent weed control, you can use Fertilome Bermuda Grass Weeder. There is not a post emergent control in St. Augustine Grass lawns. Using this product on St. Augustine will severely injure or destroy your St. Augustine lawn. As a pre-emergent use Hi-Yield Turf and Ornamental Weed and Grass Stopper containing Dimension.
