grassy weed · annual
Eleusine indica
Coarse, yellowish-green grass in a low, dense rosette pattern; seed heads radiate like the spokes of a wheel from a central point.
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Young goosegrass pulls out relatively easily since it has a central crown. Pre-emergent herbicide in spring is more effective for prevention.
Use a pre-emergent (dithiopyr or pendimethalin) in early spring, or apply a post-emergent grassy herbicide (fluazifop or sethoxydim) in spring while goosegrass is young.
Relieve soil compaction through aeration, maintain proper mowing height, and ensure thick turf coverage.
Relieve soil compaction through aeration, maintain proper mowing height, and ensure thick turf coverage.
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Measure my lawn — it's free →Coarse, yellowish-green grass in a low, dense rosette pattern; seed heads radiate like the spokes of a wheel from a central point.
Dig or spray. Young goosegrass pulls out relatively easily since it has a central crown. Pre-emergent herbicide in spring is more effective for prevention.
Goosegrass is rated moderate to control. Consistent treatment over a season usually does the job.
Relieve soil compaction through aeration, maintain proper mowing height, and ensure thick turf coverage.