Dandelions are among the most common lawn weeds and among the hardest to eliminate permanently. Their bright yellow flowers may look harmless, but each plant produces seeds that spread easily through the air. Once those seeds land, dandelions quickly take root and begin competing with your grass.
What makes dandelions especially difficult to remove is their deep taproot. Pulling them by hand often breaks the root, allowing the plant to grow back stronger. In Charlotte, Greensboro, Roanoke, and Lynchburg, dandelions thrive in lawns with thinning grass, compacted soil, or uneven nutrient levels.
The Green Team provides professional dandelion weed control services that remove existing weeds and prevent their return without harming your turf.
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Why Choose The Green Team for Dandelion Control
The Green Team has provided professional lawn services for over 25 years, helping homeowners across Virginia and North Carolina protect their lawns from aggressive weeds like dandelions. Our treatments are part of a larger plan focused on long-term lawn health, not short-term results.
Our dandelion control approach includes:
- Turf-safe herbicide applications
- Selective treatments that target dandelions without damaging the surrounding grass.
- Deep-root treatment for long-term prevention
- Treatments are designed to reach the full taproot, reducing the chance of regrowth.
- Seasonal lawn maintenance programs
- Ongoing lawn services every four to nine weeks help prevent weeds from reestablishing.
A certified, trained team member performs every lawn service, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee backs every plan.
The Problem with Dandelions
Dandelions cause more than cosmetic issues. Their deep roots draw water and nutrients away from the grass, weakening the lawn and creating thin spots where new weeds can grow.
Once dandelions mature, they spread quickly. Their white seed heads break apart in the wind, sending seeds across lawns, sidewalks, and nearby yards. A few plants in early spring can turn into widespread patches that return each year if the roots aren’t fully treated.
In Roanoke and Lynchburg, compacted soil and seasonal stress make lawns more vulnerable. Grass recovers more slowly after winter and temperature swings, while dandelions continue to grow and exploit weakened areas. Disease control can help.
Dandelion Treatment & Prevention
Dandelions won’t stay gone if only the top of the plant is treated. When the taproot is left behind, the weed grows back. The Green Team’s weed control service is designed to treat the entire plant, not just what’s visible.
Dandelion control begins with selective treatments that penetrate the weed and reach the root. Follow-up lawn services help improve soil nutrients and strengthen grass, reducing the number of places dandelions can return.
This process helps grass grow thicker over time, which naturally limits new weed growth. Dandelion control is included in our six-step treatment plans, with lawn services scheduled every four to nine weeks from early spring through late fall to keep weeds under control throughout the season.
Schedule Dandelion Control Today
Spring is the best time to take control of dandelions before they spread. Early treatment helps stop seed production and protects your lawn before weeds become established. Our lawn care services are designed to keep your lawn healthier year-round.
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Dandelion Control FAQs
When is the best time to treat dandelions?
Early spring and fall are ideal. Treatments during these times allow herbicides to reach the roots while the plant is actively growing.
Do dandelions die off naturally?
Dandelions are perennials and typically return year after year unless the root system is fully treated or removed.
Can I prevent weeds from growing with fertilization?
Proper fertilization helps grass grow thicker, which makes it harder for dandelions to take hold. When combined with weed control, it’s an effective preventive strategy.