09/03/2026
🌱 THE MORE YOU KNOW, THE BETTER!
Wondering why the crabgrass and foxtail are absolutely CRAZY right now? Here’s why 👇
🔥 Minnesota just experienced its 5th hottest summer on record.
🌡️ We had the 3rd-longest heat wave in Minnesota history — and the longest one since 1948.
💧 We’re currently about 40% below average for rainfall, and much of Hennepin County is classified as being in a Severe Drought.
Unfortunately, those conditions create the perfect environment for annual grassy weeds like crabgrass and foxtail to thrive — especially when our cool-season turf grasses are stressed or fully dormant.
And there’s another challenge…
☀️ The heat and drought can make weed-control products like Quinclorac less effective. When plants are stressed by extreme heat and drought, they can harden off and become less receptive to herbicide applications.
So if your lawn seems to be losing the battle against crabgrass and foxtail right now, you’re not alone! The weather has created some incredibly challenging conditions for Minnesota lawns this year.
🌿 Healthy lawns start with understanding what’s happening beneath the surface.
The more you know, the better you can care for your lawn! 💚
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