Prevention Tips
Types of Weed Control Methods
What if You Have a Weed Problem on Your Own Property?
Learn about your particular weed species. Be able to identify the weed in its different life stages and determine the best method and the best time of year to control it. For example, if you have a yellow starthistle infestation, it is critical to control the plants before seeds have been produced. Otherwise, your efforts will be ineffective and may even make the problem worse.
Control is an Annual Task,
NOT a One Year Miracle
Prepare yourself for a long-term commitment to weed management. Even with a successful control program, there will be viable seeds in the soil for a number of years. Be certain to monitor for missed plants or re-infestations after your initial control efforts. Re-establish desired plant species to replace your unwanted weeds. If you leave areas of bare ground, you will only have more weeds return.
"An ounce of prevention
is worth a pound of cure..."
It is always easier to solve a problem in the early stages. A small infestation will likely develop into a major one if left unchecked.
Understand Your Different Control Options
Most successful weed control programs utilize numerous control methods, combining several into an effective, integrated approach. Early detection, integrated weed management strategies, and diligent follow-up are all keys to a successful program.