Crabgrass

Crabgrass is a summer annual weed that thrives in bare, sunny spots and quickly invades lawns.

Digitaria spp.

Origin: Europe/ Asia

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-10

Pros:

• Fast growth – quickly fills in bare lawn spots

• Heat tolerant – thrives in hot, dry conditions

Cons:

• Unwanted invader – spreads aggressively in lawns and gardens

• Short life cycle – reseeds rapidly before dying