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How to eliminate weeds around decorative grasses? #867033

Asked May 04, 2024, 4:23 PM EDT

I have clover, vinca, etc, encroaching in and around my decorative grasses in the garden. I'm concerned about using "Speed Zone" around the grass. Is there a better product that I can use that will not damage the grasses?

Washington County Oregon

Expert Response

Thank you for your question, Ted.  Most broadform herbicides carry a risk of harming adjacent plants, so mechanical (elbow grease) and cultural controls are safer.  Those include mulches and weed removal early in the year.  You might also try a pre-emergent herbicide such as Preen, which prevents germination.

Here is a good article on this topic:
 https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/maintaining-a-grasses-and-sedges-garden

Good luck!
An Ask Extension Expert Replied May 08, 2024, 5:38 PM EDT

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