Pull weeds by hand before they set seed

What to Do

For small infestations, pull weeds by hand after a rain when the soil is moist. Grip the weed at the base and pull slowly to extract the entire root. Focus on removing weeds before they flower and produce seeds.

Why It Works

A single dandelion plant can produce 15,000+ seeds. Removing weeds before they seed breaks the reproductive cycle and reduces next year's weed population. Hand-pulling is 100% effective on the individual plant when the full root is removed.

Tips

• A stand-up weeding tool saves your back and extracts taproots more completely.
• Hand-pulling is practical for small lawns or isolated weed patches, not for widespread infestations.
• Fill the hole left behind with a pinch of grass seed and compost to prevent new weeds from filling the gap.