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Wild violets eradication #928707

Asked April 17, 2026, 12:35 PM EDT

I live in Dublin, Ohio. My residence is on a one-acre plot.

Wild violets are taking over my lawn. What chemical will eradicate them? Is that a chemical used by lawn service companies?

Jerry Behling

3289 Martin Rd 43017

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Franklin County Ohio

Expert Response

Online searching produced three research-based sources from universities that include discussions about dealing with wild violets in lawns.  These include descriptions of effectiveness of the chemicals, best practices for timing of treatment, and some cautions about uses in residential lawns, where some particular chemicals should not be used.  Links to these sources are below:

https://utia.tennessee.edu/publications/wp-content/uploads/sites/269/2023/10/W807.pdf

https://extension.psu.edu/lawn-and-turfgrass-weeds-wild-violet

https://extension.illinois.edu/lawns/managing-violets

You may find advice and further resources by calling or visiting the Franklin County office of The OSU Extension Service, at:

Kunz-Brundige Franklin County Extension Building
2548 Carmack Road
Columbus, Ohio 43210
Please exercise caution and expect occasional delays when visiting due to construction.
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Thank you for your question.  We wish you success.
Carolyn E Replied April 19, 2026, 11:30 AM EDT

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