Creeping Charlie
Q: What's the best way to kill Creeping Charlie in large yards without using harmful chemicals? My concern is the health of my children, and my well and septic system. We have this over a large portion of our lawn.
A: First, a few facts about Creeping Charlie:
Creeping...
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