How to eliminate weeds around decorative grasses? - Ask Extension
I have clover, vinca, etc, encroaching in and around my decorative grasses in the garden. I'm concerned about using "Speed Zone" around the ...
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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!
Here is a good article on this topic:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/maintaining-a-grasses-and-sedges-garden
Good luck!