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What is a foxtail weed?

Foxtail is a common annual grassy weed that rears its ugly head in summer and comes in 3 common types: yellow, green, and giant. Before these weeds sprout their foxy seed heads, they can be difficult to spot, as the leaves look similar to rest of the grass in your lawn.

How to keep foxtail grass from taking over my lawn?

The best way to prevent foxtail grass from taking over your lawn is to keep it from moving in in the first place. To do this, maintain a thick, lush lawn by regularly feeding it (4 times per year) and mowing your grass at the right height for your grass type. Most weeds are opportunists, taking root wherever they find space. If your lawn is thick, those weeds will be out of luck.

What happens if you ignore foxtail grass?

If you ignore foxtail grass, it will quickly multiply & take over large parts of your landscape. Learn how to rid your lawn of foxtail grass on Roundup.com.

Can foxtail grass grow in dry soil?

If you ignore foxtail grass, it will quickly multiply and take over large swathes of your landscape, as it grows happily in both moist and dry soils and all sorts of climate conditions. But don’ t give up hope. We can help you rid your lawn of foxtail grass.

Does Roundup kill Foxtail grass?

If you’ve already got foxtail grass growing in your yard, you need to take a different approach. Use Roundup® For Lawns to kill it, preferably while the weeds are still small and haven't yet developed seed heads. When used as directed, it is designed to kill listed weeds (including foxtail grass) without harming your lawn. For occasional foxtail weeds, reach for Roundup® for Lawns1Ready-To-Use. If foxtail grass has already taken up residence in a big way, though, opt for Roundup® for Lawns3Ready-To-Sprayor Roundup® For Lawns2Concentrateinstead.