Crabgrass
Digitaria spp.
Family: PoaceaeNative: Global, but predominantly found in warm regionsIdentified: Jan 2, 2025
Crabgrass is a fast-growing annual grass with a spreading habit. It has long, slender leaves that can grow up to 12 inches tall. It typically appears in disturbed areas and lawns.
Learn more about Crabgrass in the encyclopedia →Care instructions
Crabgrass thrives in well-drained soil with full sun. To manage it, regular mowing can prevent it from seeding. Maintaining lawn health through proper watering and fertilization can reduce its prevalence.