Common catsear (Hypochaeris radicata) is a large, broad-leaved lawn weed that is common in very neglected lawns in England. The name refers to the shape and fine hair on the leaves resembling that of the ear of a cat. It is also referred to as flatweed (in Australia) and the false dandelion. This is due to its similarity… Read More »
Lesser Celandine (Ficaria verna) (prior to 2010 it was named Ranunculus ficaria) is an attractive lawn weed which is not very common. It can establish itself very quickly across a lawn where it does manage to take hold. Lesser Celandine is a perennial weed, persisting in the lawn throughout the year. It flowers in spring. It has very distinct, heart-shaped… Read More »
Lesser Trefoil (Trifolium dubium) is an attractive little lawn weed which is reasonably common on a lot of untreated lawns in England. Some folk call it suckling clover or Irish Shamrock. It is a member of the clover family. A relative to peas and beans. It is also related to the herbaceous perennial white clover (Trifolium repens) and… Read More »