Selfheal loves grow in garden lawns, it is low covering and will survive close mowing. Grown by creeping runners (rhizomes) The flowers are purple in colour and have a pair of leaves underneath them. The leaves are oval in shape and have slightly scalloped edges and can have either smooth or slightly hairy surfaces. It thrives in closely mown areas of grass and in these conditions the leaves will have a purple tinge to them. This weed spreads by creeping runners (rhizomes) which root at intervals. Selfheal is a member of the mint family and very common weed found in all types of lawns and conditions throughout the UK. By maintaining your lawn you will help promote a dense sward which in turn will prevent weeds invading. To prevent this weed invading your lawn, a good lawn care programme that feeds and nourishes your lawn’s soil should be carried out. This weed thrives in soil conditions with poor nutrient levels. Repeat applications about 5 – 6 weeks later will be needed to effectively control this weed. Spot treat the area where the weeds are present. Control with over the counter weed killers may prove to be difficult as it is resistant to most chemicals. However, for a larger infestation, a selective herbicide will be necessary. If your lawn only has a few of these weed plants, you may be successful with simple hand weeding. A widespread infestation will cause your lawn to be uneven. This weed is an invasive plant that thrives in poor soil conditions and can be difficult to remove with over the counter Weed killers. A well cared for lawn should not have problems with this weed. This weed is generally found in lawns that have poor soil conditions and that are sparse in grass plants. The flowers are mainly pollinated by insects. This weed has basal leaves that are round in shape, looking like a rosette, slightly hairy and consist of approximately 5 – 7 leaf points.
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Although found in many soil types, it prefers to grow in free draining soil, dry environment and a soil that is under-nourished. Pinkish/Purple flowers 8 – 12 mm (1/2 inch) in diameter with jagged petals.
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