How do I control carpetweed (Mollugo verticillata) in a home lawn in Tazewell County Virginia?
Recommendation: Carpetweed will die with first frost and is usually only a problem in areas that suffer disturbance of the soil or when new turfgrass is seeded. This weed can be controlled soon after turfgrass seeding with quinclorac. In established turfgrass, this weed is best controlled with products containing at least 2 of the following active ingredients. 2,4-D, Dicamba, Triclopyr, MCPP, MCPA, MSMA, or quinclorac. Carpetweed continues to germinate during the summer months and repeat treatments may be necessary for extended control. Always read and follow instructions on pesticide labels.
