weed is overtaking my lawn, flower beds - Ask Extension
what is the weed and how do I eradicate?
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weed is overtaking my lawn, flower beds #925082
Asked February 26, 2026, 8:53 AM EST
what is the weed and how do I eradicate?
Oakland County Michigan
Expert Response
Good Evening,
Looks like ground ivy. Spring and fall are the best times to treat creeping Charlie, (Glechoma hederacea). Spring when the flowers are in bloom and fall when the plants energy goes back into the root system. Look for products that contain triclopyr (Confront, Chaser, Battleship, Momentum, Weed-B-Gon purple label). Depending on how much creeping Charlie you have, this may have to be applied more than once. Follow all label directions for your safety and the environment.
The following link provides detailed information.https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/ground-ivy-control-for-home-lawns
Ground ivy (creeping Charlie) – Glechoma hederacea - Plant & Pest Diagnostics
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Looks like ground ivy. Spring and fall are the best times to treat creeping Charlie, (Glechoma hederacea). Spring when the flowers are in bloom and fall when the plants energy goes back into the root system. Look for products that contain triclopyr (Confront, Chaser, Battleship, Momentum, Weed-B-Gon purple label). Depending on how much creeping Charlie you have, this may have to be applied more than once. Follow all label directions for your safety and the environment.
The following link provides detailed information.https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/ground-ivy-control-for-home-lawns
Ground ivy (creeping Charlie) – Glechoma hederacea - Plant & Pest Diagnostics
I hope this helps. Thanks for using our service.
hello,
Thank you, I greatly appreciated your quick response.
