Are Broadleaf Weeds really a problem?
• While damage is basically aesthetic, large numbers of weeds indicate problems such as low fertility, compacted soil, poor drainage, and excessively dry or waterlogged conditions • Many weeds are useful, providing food and shelter for beneficial insects and bees • Weeds prevent soil erosion, stabilize banks, aerate heavy soils and help to break up hard-pan layers • When to control broadleaf weeds is a personal choice that differs from individual to individual.
