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• <div><p>No, definitely not. Pulling weeds by hand is the single most effective way to remove them because you're eliminating the entire plant—roots and all—so it won’t have a chance to grow or spread. Setting time aside a few times per week to pull weeds can keep them at bay. If the number of weeds gets overwhelming, then you can resort to other methods. </p></div>

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Last update on June 07, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Bailey and Logan were prompt, courteous, and very capable in weeding and cleaning up our rather large beds around our property. We are having them return regularly and also doi fall pruning and clean-up.
North Rise Contractors LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
I am extremely pleased with Mel Herrera and his Boise River junk removal company. they came to my place and gave a free estimate which was very reasonable. So I hired them to trim tree, branches, trim bushes and clear brush and weeds. They did an excellent job and I have recommended them to my...
Boise River Junk Removal
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Reviewed in July 2024
This company is very professional and showed up at the time agreed. Austin Silsby went above and beyond. I hired him to clear weeds which had grown very tall in some places. My property is about 1/2 acre, but some is gravel and some is flowerbeds. I also have a berm near the road. I hired...
Alpha Excavation
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Reviewed in May 2024
Excellent service. We highly recommend Keith.
Boise Carpet & Floor Care
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Reviewed in May 2024
Raul and his team did an excellent job clearing our flower beds of existing annuals and weeds. Prompt professional service. We will be using Marcial Landscaping again!
Marcial Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Got some papers and lawn services done with the all American Landscaping and Lawncare. Theybdidnso amazing I didn't even recognize my yard the before and after were jaw dropping!. Local an family owned and operated. Great customer services A1 service highly recommend these guys!!!
All American Landscaping
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Reviewed in September 2022
We had a challengingly steep slope at the back of our property that needed weed removal, grading , replanting, sprinkler replacement, stone retaining wall repair and fortification. Gary was a knowledgeable problem solver and worked alongside his crew to make sure everything was done properly. ...
Rock Solid Excavation
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Reviewed in April 2022
I like the local service and the quality of work they performed. The value of the pest control service was excellent.
Emerald Lawns, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2021
Eric was great to work with! He delivered the large amount of pea gravel for our backyard landscape project and did a very professional job of clearing the area, laying the weed block and spreading the pea gravel exactly as we wanted it. Will hire him again and definitely recommend Santacruz...
Santacruz Dirt Works
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Reviewed in August 2021
Chris an the crew did a very good job. My yard was a total mess. They came in and sprayed the weeds, tilled the whole yard, brought in top soil, leveled the yard, and laid sod. They also put fertilizer on before putting down the sod. Cleaned up what ever mess they made. I would recommend them...
All The Way Lawn and Property Maintenance
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Weed Services questions, answered by experts

Vinegar is known to be a contact herbicide, which means it kills the foliage it comes in contact with. Because of the high acetic acid concentration, horticultural vinegar kills weeds and grass more effectively. However, keep in mind that high amounts and multiple applications can affect the soil by lowering the pH levels.

The hydroseed mix—known as a slurry—helps grass seed take root in many ways. Water combines with the mulch, allowing the grass seed to stay moist while grounded in the soil. The extra fertilizer then provides the boost the seed needs to flourish. In just a few weeks, you'll be ready to break out the lawnmower again.

DIY solutions often lack precise formulation and distribution, potentially leading to lawn damage. Professional treatments optimize results with targeted applications.

Due to its slow growth, Bahia grass does not generally take over weeds. In fact, the opposite can be true. Young Bahia grass is susceptible to being taken over by weeds.

Likewise, in the cool season, Bahia grass goes into a dormant state that can allow weeds that thrive in early spring to get the upper hand. If you want to prevent weeds from taking over your yard, remove them by hand or apply a Bahia grass-friendly pre-emergent herbicide to your lawn before weeds have a chance to appear.

No, definitely not. Pulling weeds by hand is the single most effective way to remove them because you're eliminating the entire plant—roots and all—so it won’t have a chance to grow or spread. Setting time aside a few times per week to pull weeds can keep them at bay. If the number of weeds gets overwhelming, then you can resort to other methods.

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