WASHINGTON — Not so wild about wild violets? Myra in Arlington writes: “What is the best way to get rid of wild violets in the lawn? We have both the purple & Confederate types. It started out with ...

I'm having trouble getting rid of wild violets in my lawn. I've tried spot spraying with 2,4-D, but they are very hard to kill. Someone suggested adding lime to my lawn as this weed does not like ...

Q: We've got wild violets taking over our grass. My husband has been digging them up, but it's quite a job. Is there a spray that will kill them? A: Some people really like violets because of their ...

There are many types of wild violet species, some native and others European and Asian invaders, but all grow primarily in the northern regions of the U.S. You can recognize these flowering perennials ...

Q. I am wondering what to do with the beautiful violets that are over-running our lawn. They are lovely to look at, but we will soon have no grass at all. I am sure that something about our soil ...

Q: What is this weed, and how can I get rid of it? It is taking over my lawn. A: Wild violet. I get this question every couple of years. I answer it honestly, and then I get complaints from those who ...

Q: I saw your article about thistle. This is totally what I have experienced, so I just keep pulling. My question is about violets. How can you get rid of them? They seem to be taking over our lawn!

Well, the seasons are changing. We went from spring to summer all in one weekend, it seems. I know many of us were wishing it was a warmer two weeks, but you know what they say: Watch what you wish ...