One upside? Weeds can provide important clues about the quality of your garden soil, such as its pH level. "Why do we care ...

Believe it or not, weeds aren’t just freeloaders crashing our garden party. They’re messengers with important information ...

Plantain, also known as broadleaf plantain (Plantago major), is native to Europe and certain parts of Asia. This perennial plant produces greenish flowers and has large, oval-shaped leaves that ...

Both broadleaf and buckhorn plantain won’t grow unless the soil is compacted. Core aerate the lawn in spring and fall to allow water and air to circulate through it freely.

Both broadleaf and buckhorn plantain won't grow unless the soil is compacted. Core aerate the lawn in spring and fall to allow water and air to circulate through it freely.

Today, broadleaf plantain is considered a weed that spreads prolifically, with some plants able to produce 20,000 seeds. If it's present in your yard, your soil is likely well-drained and fertile.

Both broadleaf and buckhorn plantain won’t grow unless the soil is compacted. Core aerate the lawn in spring and fall to allow water and air to circulate through it freely.

Both broadleaf and buckhorn plantain won’t grow unless the soil is compacted. Core aerate the lawn in spring and fall to allow water and air to circulate through it freely.

Both broadleaf and buckhorn plantain won't grow unless the soil is compacted. Core aerate the lawn in spring and fall to allow water and air to circulate through it freely.

Both broadleaf and buckhorn plantain won’t grow unless the soil is compacted. Core aerate the lawn in spring and fall to allow water and air to circulate through it freely.

This June 9, 2025 image provided by Jessica Damiano shows broadleaf plantain in a Long Island, New York, lawn. Uncredited/Jessica Damiano This May 19, 2015 image provided by Bugwood.org shows ...

Both broadleaf and buckhorn plantain won’t grow unless the soil is compacted. Core aerate the lawn in spring and fall to allow water and air to circulate through it freely.