Goosegrass spreads by seeds that germinate later in the season than other annual grasses, and could continue throughout the summer, sometimes as late as early fall. Because it germinates much later in the season than other weeds, goosegrass can spell trouble for service providers that promise green, weed-free lawns.

What is goosegrass and how do you get rid of it?

Goosegrass is a summer annual grassy weed that is also known as silver crabgrass, even though it is not a type of crabgrass. It is found in the lawn and landscape beds in the summer and is common in areas with compacted soil. Goosegrass can be prevented in the lawn by applying a pre-emergent weed control in the spring.

How do I get rid of goosegrass?

Getting Rid of Goosegrass

The best way to get rid of goosegrass is to use a post emergent herbicide. By the time you know it's a problem, it will likely be too late for a pre-emergent herbicide, so a selective post emergent herbicide is your best option.