Controlling Noxious Weeds - Ask Extension
Hello and thank you for your time. I live in the City of Detroit on the Lower East Side and I am being over come with weeds. There are many to choose ...
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Controlling Noxious Weeds #871597
Asked June 04, 2024, 6:24 PM EDT
Hello and thank you for your time. I live in the City of Detroit on the Lower East Side and I am being over come with weeds. There are many to choose from but the most prominent are: Grape Vine, Wild Violet, Poke Weed, Bind Weed, and one that I think is called Elephant Ear (the stalk looks like rhubarb and it has a huge leave). I realize that I will have to use a chemical herbicide to help with this problem but I do not know which one to choose. The weeds are invading my lawn and flower beds.And guidance you can give me will be greatly appreciated. Once again thank you. Sincerely Deb
Wayne County Michigan
Expert Response
The above-mentioned weeds require different control options. Our lab weed scientist is best qualified to answer your control questions. She is currently on vacation but will respond when she returns. I suggest sending her an email at <personal data hidden>
I would start with some hand weeding if you can to stop plants from producing seed.
I would start with some hand weeding if you can to stop plants from producing seed.