What to Know: A sign of poor soil, a thick, lush lawn is the best defense against this perennial weed. Regular lawn aeration also helps, as broadleaf plantain grows in compacted soils. How to Get ...

Broadleaf weeds include any weed that has leaves, such as dandelions, clover and Creeping Charlie (ground ivy). These weeds are fairly easy to kill. Perennial grassy weeds return year after year ...