How do I control Florida hedge nettle (Stadhys fioridana) in a home lawn in Norfolk County Virginia?
Website Resources: http://www.ppws.vt.edu/scott/weed_id/stafl.htm Recommendation: Florida betony, rattlesnake weed, and Florida hedgenettle are some of the common names given to this weed. Plants produce large white tubers that resemble the shape of a rattlesnake’s rattle. When soil is moist, plants can be carefully pulled. Be sure to get as much tuber material as possible. Much persistence will be needed to completely eradicate an infestation via hand pulling. One can spot treat with a nonselective chemical like glyphosate (Roundup, etc.). Several herbicides are available to control this weed in various crops. Some selective options in cool-season lawns include 2,4-D, dicamba, MCPP, triclopyr, and clopyralid. Some selective options in warm-season lawns include atrazine and simazine. Always read and follow directions on any herbicide label.
