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How do you get rid of Horsetail Grass? It’s growing on my hill and I can’t kill it. Comes up every year. Is there a special spray that can be used...
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Horsetail Grass #868906
Asked May 17, 2024, 2:21 PM EDT
How do you get rid of Horsetail Grass? It’s growing on my hill and I can’t kill it. Comes up every year. Is there a special spray that can be used? Please help. Thank you!
Roscommon County Michigan
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Hello,
Controlling Horsetail Grass, also known as Equisetum arvense, can be quite challenging due to its extensive root system and ability to regenerate from small fragments. Here are some methods recommended by Michigan State University and other sources:
PLEASE READ: MSU Article - Field Horsetail: A Plant As Old As Time - February 2, 2024 - Johanna Flies and Erin Hill at this link:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/field-horsetail-a-plant-as-old-as-time
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE BELOW SECTIONS OF THE ARTICLE:
Cultural control methods
Mechanical or physical control methods
Chemical control
Remember, persistence is key with Horsetail Grass, and it may take several seasons of diligent effort to achieve control. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using herbicides.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE LET ME KNOW
I HOPE THIS HELPS
Controlling Horsetail Grass, also known as Equisetum arvense, can be quite challenging due to its extensive root system and ability to regenerate from small fragments. Here are some methods recommended by Michigan State University and other sources:
PLEASE READ: MSU Article - Field Horsetail: A Plant As Old As Time - February 2, 2024 - Johanna Flies and Erin Hill at this link:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/field-horsetail-a-plant-as-old-as-time
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE BELOW SECTIONS OF THE ARTICLE:
Cultural control methods
Mechanical or physical control methods
Chemical control
Remember, persistence is key with Horsetail Grass, and it may take several seasons of diligent effort to achieve control. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using herbicides.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE LET ME KNOW
I HOPE THIS HELPS
