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Controlling Foxtail in New Lawns

Foxtail is an annual grass that dies at first frost. Pull as much as possible now. Before April 15 next spring, apply a crabgrass preventer (e.g., Scott's Turf Builder with Halts) to block foxtail and other grassy weed seeds. It won't harm established grass but prevents new grass germination for a few months.

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