Nimblewill: What It Is and How to Control It
Nimblewill, or Muhlenbergia schreberi, is a warm-season perennial grass common in the eastern United States, particularly in Virginia. Sometimes called dropseed grass, nimblewill thrives in lawns, gardens, and shaded areas, making it a persistent problem for homeowners.
Although nimblewill may look similar to bentgrass or Bermudagrass, it’s an entirely different species. Its fine-textured, wiry blades form dense mats that can quickly spread and overtake healthy turfgrass. Nimblewill is especially invasive, making it difficult to control without professional help.
Why Is Nimblewill a Problem?
Nimblewill competes with your lawn for sunlight, nutrients, and water.
It’s highly adaptable, growing well in both sunny and shaded areas. Homeowners often try to improve soil drainage or increase sunlight exposure, but nimblewill’s aggressive nature allows it to persist. Left untreated, it creates patchy, unattractive areas in your lawn, especially during cooler months when nimblewill turns brown and becomes dormant.
ProLawn’s Nimblewill Control Services
Eliminating nimblewill requires a specialized approach. Unlike other invasive grasses, nimblewill responds best to selective treatments tailored to its growth patterns. ProLawn offers targeted programs designed specifically for nimblewill control.
Our experienced technicians use advanced techniques and professional-grade products to treat affected areas without harming the surrounding turf. By combining careful application with sustainable lawn care practices, we ensure long-lasting results.
After treating for nimblewill, you will need to have a Bare Area Repair to ensure the areas where nimblewill have been eradicated fill in with desired turf rather than weeds.
A less aggressive approach to dealing with nimblewill is a commitment to aeration and seeding annually (a good practice regardless) to “squeeze out” nimblewill as well as other weeds. Using only this approach does take more time to achieve the desired effect than does chemical control.
Restore Your Lawn with ProLawn
Don’t let nimblewill ruin the beauty of your lawn. ProLawn’s certified experts are here to help you reclaim your outdoor spaces with safe, effective solutions. Contact us today at 540-662-8316 to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward a lush, nimblewill-free lawn.
