Crabgrass is one of the most common and persistent weeds we see in the Shreveport-Bossier area. It’s often mistaken for dallisgrass, but crabgrass is easy to identify once you know what to look for. This warm-season annual weed has broad, light-green leaves and tiny hairs along the stem, giving it a fuzzy texture.
You’ll typically start to see crabgrass emerge in early summer, but it becomes more aggressive in late summer—making timing your weed control treatments especially important. One of the most effective ways to prevent crabgrass is by applying a spring pre-emergent herbicide at the right time. If it’s applied too early, the barrier may wear off before late summer, allowing crabgrass to break through.
What to Do If You Already Have Crabgrass
Don’t worry—if crabgrass has already taken hold in your lawn, it can still be treated. We recommend a post-emergent product like Tenacity®, which works by bleaching the weed’s blades and stopping photosynthesis. While it may turn the crabgrass white temporarily, this is completely normal and a sign the treatment is working.
Need Help Identifying or Treating Crabgrass?
At Matthews Landscape, we specialize in weed control for lawns in the Shreveport and Bossier City areas. If you’re not sure whether you’re dealing with crabgrass or something else like dallisgrass, our team can help identify the issue and recommend the best treatment plan.
Contact us today for a free lawn estimate or to learn more about our lawn fertilization and weed control programs. Let’s keep your lawn healthy, green, and crabgrass-free!