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Weed Control · Austin, Texas

Grassburs (Sandburs)

Sandy soil, thin turf, and the edges of lawns and fields.

Quick answerMagic Pest & Lawn treats grassburs (sandburs) in Austin lawns through its lawn program: pre-emergent, post-emergent, and fertilizer in about 3 visits a year, with visits starting at $90. No contract. Call or text 512-203-0525.
Grassbur (sandbur) weed growing in sandy soil
Grassbur (sandbur) weed growing in sandy soil · Magic Pest & Lawn, Austin TX

How to recognize it

Low, spreading grass that produces sharp, spiny burs.

Why it shows up

Each plant makes dozens of burs that stick to pets, shoes, and clothing, spreading seed.

How we treat it

Pre-emergent in spring, then post-emergent for young plants before burs form.

What you can do

  • Thicken turf with good mowing and watering
  • Treat before summer burs form

Where we treat grassburs

Season in Central Texas: Active Apr–Oct; peak May–Sep.

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