Let’s face it: no one enjoys the task of weeding. However, noxious weeds make weed removal even harder. Unlike a typical weed, you can’t just pull a noxious weed in most cases. (See our previous article about the hazards of noxious weeds with a list of those common here in Salt Lake County.) Noxious weeds can prove to be quite hazardous to your health and special precautions must be taken when working with them. There are several specific strategies to utilize when removing noxious weeds from your landscape as each weed is different.
The Utah summertime weather can be brutal to trees and shrubs, especially the ones that have been planted (or transplanted) during the last couple of years. Because the trees and shrubs within any landscaping design can be a significant investment, knowing how to care for them during the summer months is critical.