How To Get Rid Of Dollarweed
If you have dollarweed in your yard, you know how frustrating it can be. This weed is challenging to get rid of and can quickly take over your lawn. In this blog post, we will discuss the best ways to get rid of dollarweed for good.
Key Takeaways
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Dollarweed proves to be a pesky invader, characterized by its namesake silver dollar-shaped leaves. It can be found in very wet areas or parts of the lawn with excessive moisture.
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You can spot dollarweed by its bright green and round leaves that resemble tiny lily pads. Each pad measure roughly 1-2 inches across.
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Nestled in the center of a dollarweed lies its stem, easily mistaken for that of dichondra which grows along the outermost edge.
Dollarweed Identification And Inspection
Characteristics Of Dollarweed
Hydrocotyle umbellata, commonly known as pennywort, is a perennial weed that thrives in warm seasons. It features low-growing silver dollar-shaped leaves that resemble miniature lily pads and are round and bright green, measuring 1-2" in diameter. In the middle of the leaf is its stem, which is often confused with dichondra's stem, which is located on the edge. Its root system produces a mat of spreading filaments, making it a difficult perennial weed to eradicate from gardens or lawns.
Dollarweed Inspection
Dollarweed, also known as pennywort, is a perennial weed commonly found in moist environments. It should be inspected for regularly, as dollarweed grows quickly and can impede the growth of your turf. Areas that experience moist soil, spots with grass mowed too short, and patches with high humidity are all ideal spots to check for dollarweed.
Control Dollarweed
How To Get Rid Of Dollarweed
While it's possible to remove dollar weed from your lawn by hand pulling, boiling water, or even white vinegar in some cases, the plant retains a strong root system that allows it to regrow quickly. To kill dollarweed without the risk of it returning, we recommend employing a weed control solution such as Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide or Fahrenheit Herbicide. Both treatments kill dollarweed in as little as two weeks.
Before applying either herbicide, it's essential you properly measure out the target area and follow instructions for proper mixture proportions - make sure to check the product label for directions. With Q4 Plus Turf or Fahrenheit herbicides, controlling even large areas of turf with multiple acres is easy, efficient, and safe.
View our safe products for your specific variety of grass:
Dollarweed Selective Herbicide Recommendations
Fahrenheit Herbicide: Fahrenheit Herbicide is an efficient herbicide that combines metsulfuron-methyl and dicamba in a convenient granule formulation. This selective control targets broadleaf and grassy weeds while still being safe for warm-season turfgrasses. Visible results can be seen within 7 to 10 days of application, as well as some residual activity on certain weed species before emergence. Make sure your lawn looks its best with the potent effects of Fahrenheit!
Non-Selective Herbicide Recommendations
Warning regarding non-selective herbicides:
Non-selective herbicides are defined as those that can be used to control a broad range of weeds. Non-selective herbicides will have negative effects on both the target plant and surrounding vegetation. Therefore, they should only be used with caution and in areas where there is no desirable vegetation present.
Agrisel Gly Pho-Sel Pro 41% (Glyphosate Herbicide): Agrisel Gly Pho-Sel Pro is a powerful and reliable choice for effective weed control. It combines 41% glyphosate with 15% surfactant to create a fast-acting solution that professionals, landscapers, and homeowners can rely on when tackling weeds, both annuals or perennials, as well as woody brush and trees.
Dollarweed Prevention
You can keep dollarweed away from your turf with a few preventative steps. Implement a proper irrigation system or aerate the soil to ensure that your lawn is not too saturated with water - an ideal playground for weeds. Making sure you have thick, full grass by checking mowing height and introducing fertilizers will fortify against further invasion of unwanted broadleaf weeds like Dollarweed!
Recommended Dollarweed Prevention Products
SpeedZone Southern Herbicide: SpeedZone Southern Herbicide (Green) provides unbeatable weed control in sensitive southern turf grasses. It quickly and effectively targets even the toughest weeds, like creeping beggarweed, dollarweed, plantain, clover, ground ivy, and spurge – with results visible within hours.
Do-It-Yourself Pest Control Can Help You Eliminate Dollarweed
Dollarweed (similar to Hydrocotyle spp.) is a pesky lawn weed that many gardeners face. Fortunately, it is relatively easy to get rid of dollarweed with some simple solutions like selective and non-selective professional weed killers. Using the information in this guide, you should have all the tools necessary to successfully eliminate dollarweed from your lawn and garden. With a little time and care, you'll soon be enjoying a dollarweed free property!
Killing dollar weeds can be a tricky process, so it's always best to reach out for help if needed. Our knowledgeable team of lawn care experts is here to answer any questions you may have about dollarweed control or lawn care in general. Give us a call today, and we'll be glad to help you get rid of dollar weed!