How to Remove Grass from Jeans
Removal Method
1
Pre-treat by rubbing liquid laundry detergent directly into the grass stain. Work it in with your fingers.
2
Let the detergent sit on the stain for 15 minutes.
3
Wash in the warmest water safe for the fabric (check label). Grass stains are dye-based, so warm water helps dissolve the chlorophyll.
4
Check before drying. If stain remains, soak in a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 2 parts water for 30 minutes, then rewash.
💡 Alternative Method
Rubbing alcohol applied with a sponge, blotting until the green transfers to the sponge. Works on dried grass stains.
🚫 What NOT to Do
- Do not use bleach on grass stains (can cause yellowing instead of removing the green)
🔄 If Nothing Works
Oxygen bleach soak (OxiClean) for 6 hours.
Last reviewed: March 20, 2026