In article , Nick
Gray writes

"Derek R" wrote in message
.. .
Hi group,

First time poster (and beginner gardener) here. I have a question
which is probably laughably simple to you lot but remember, I'm a
newbie...

What kind of weeds are these?

http://www.redpath.fireflyinternet.c...mages/weed.jpg

...and how can I get rid of them? They seem to be all over my back
lawn. I've tried pulling them up but most of them break away at the
root.

Any advice appreciated.

Cheers.

Hi Derek,

They are danelions.

No, not dandelions. The leaf colour is wrong - too pale and too blueish,
and the edges are too serrated. Mike is right with sow thistle. Doesn't
affect the advice, though.

They have quite a long tap root, so use a long knife or blade to loosen
round the root before pulling them out. Else you can get rid of them with a
broadleaf weedkiller, making sure to get one that is suitable for use on
lawns.




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Kay
"Do not insult the crocodile until you have crossed the river"