Different types of grass growing . . .?

Question

I have always been complimented on my lawn. I use Scott's fertilizer every 3-4 months. However, two years ago, my lawn must of gotten a disease and was over taken by weeds.

I have gotten rid of all the weeds, but now there are many different types of grass growing and it still looks aweful to me.

What is the best way to get rid of the various types of grasses growing now and to replace it with all one type of grass?

Answer 1

Unfortunately, most herbicides will either kill broadleaf weeds, kill grass, or kill both. There is nothing you can buy at a home/garden store that will allow you to selectively kill only certain types of grass without harming others.

If it's really bothering you, you only have two options. First (my least favorite option), you can start over. You'll need to use a non-selective herbicide (like RoundUp) on your entire lawn. This will kill off everything. Then spread the grass seed of your choice and begin growing a new lawn.

Second (the option I strongly recommend), you can keep your lawn and adjust your expectations and method of lawn care. I suggest you never buy Scotts fertilizer again. You can have a much healthier, more drought and disease tolerant lawn by practicing organic lawn care. A couple recommended websites to let you know how organic lawn care works:

http://www.richsoil.com/lawn/
http://faq.gardenweb.com/faq/lists/organic/2004020829016580.html

Answer 2

weed&feed