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How can I get rid of thistles in my yard?
The thistles are in a small wet land behind my house and are now starting to grow in my backyard. What/how...
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Asked May 10, 2024, 10:19 AM EDT
How can I get rid of thistles in my yard?
The thistles are in a small wet land behind my house and are now starting to grow in my backyard. What/how can I get rid of them or prevent their growth
Hennepin County Minnesota
Expert Response
Presumably you are referring to Canada thistle. Look here for identification:
https://www.minnesotawildflowers.info/search?kw=thistle
Canada thistle is very difficult to eradicate. Please read this reference for details on controls:
https://extension.umn.edu/identify-invasive-species/canada-thistle
It is important that you destroy these plants on site and not move them to another location.
https://www.minnesotawildflowers.info/search?kw=thistle
Canada thistle is very difficult to eradicate. Please read this reference for details on controls:
https://extension.umn.edu/identify-invasive-species/canada-thistle
It is important that you destroy these plants on site and not move them to another location.
