How to Get Rid of Broom Straw

Broom straws can be a real nuisance, but fortunately there are a few things you can do to prevent them from taking over your garden.

* Plant your seeds early. This will give them a chance to establish themselves before the broom straws have a chance to germinate.

* Water your plants regularly. This will help them to grow strong and healthy, making them more resistant to broom straw.

* Mulch your plants. Mulch will help to suppress the growth of broom straw and other weeds.

* Hand-pull broom straws as soon as you see them. This will prevent them from going to seed and spreading.

If you already have broom straw in your garden, don't despair. There are a few things you can do to get rid of them.

* Pull them out by hand. This is the most effective way to remove broom straws, but it can be time-consuming if you have a lot of them.

* Use a hoe or scythe to cut them down. This will prevent them from going to seed, but they will likely grow back.

* Apply a pre-emergent herbicide. This will prevent broom straws from germinating, but it will also kill any other seeds that are in the ground.

* Use a post-emergent herbicide. This will kill broom straw plants that have already germinated, but it may also damage your other plants.

Be sure to read and follow the directions on the herbicide label carefully.

With a little effort, you can get rid of broom straw and keep your garden looking its best.