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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
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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