Good morning Heather,

This looks like Stork's Bill (Erodium cicutarium).

Do you know if it has a pinkish-purple flower?

Once we have an ID, I need to know where this is located: you had mentioned it's in your yard above. Is this a lawn setting, or a large field-like yard?

Thanks,

Logan Bennett

Teresa,

To effectively manage Storksbill, it's crucial get rid of the seed heads. You can do this through a variety of methods, including using herbicides. If using an herbicide, it is very important to apply at the right time. Herbicides like 2,4-D are most effective during the rosette stage of the plant, typically in the fall. If you choose to use herbicides, several options are outlined in the attached document.

The key is to eliminate the plant before it seeds, which can be achieved through various methods:

• Removing the entire plant during the rosette stage to prevent regrowth.
• Depriving the plants of oxygen by applying a 3-inch layer of mulch or using tarping to kill the plants.
• Mowing before the seed head forms to reduce reproduction.

A multi-pronged approach is likely the most effective. Pulling or hoeing out the plants you find, followed by tarping the area, would yield the best results.