Weed Control in Garden Beds/Pathways
Weeds are plants that are growing where they’re not wanted. Weeds can take any form and can vary depending on where they grow.
How to beat weeds
- Prevent weeds from taking hold – Keep lawns in good condition. Remove seed heads from weeds. Take care when bringing soil or equipment into the garden.
- Dig them out – hand control of weeds in the early stages is the best method of all. Young weeds are easy to remove and they won’t have had the chance to form seeds that can spread to other parts of the garden.
- Mulching – a layer of mulch will smother weeds and prevent their germination in the soil.
- Herbicides – these are chemicals that kill weeds.
Guide to herbicides
Selective herbicides remove some plant types and leave others unaffected. They are mostly used to remove weeds from lawns.
Examples are:
- Yates Zero Bindii and clover. This product is also termed a ‘broadleafed’ weedkiller. It is not suitable for buffalo lawns.
- Yates Lush Bindii & Broadleaf Lawn Weeder
- Yates Weed’n’Feed products. These remove weeds from the lawn while, at the same time, fertilising the lawn.
- Yates Winter grass killers. These products remove winter grass (a cool season grass) from certain types of lawns.
- Moss and algae killers. Are used to remove moss, algae and lichens from lawns and hard surfaces.
Non-selective herbicides (also called total herbicides) kill every plant they contact.
Examples are:
- Yates Zero Glyphosate – moves through the plant to the roots. Usually takes 2-3 weeks to take effect. Soil is unaffected by glyphosate and can be planted as soon as plants have died.
- Yates Zero Weedkiller Rapid is a new product that works twice as fast as the original formula.
- Yates Woody Weeders – very effective control for unwanted trees and shrubs (check local regulations before removing trees).
- Yates Zero Once-A-Year Path Weeders – control existing weeds and leave a weed-killing residue in the soil (that lasts for up to 12 months).
Tips for applying herbicides
- Read and follow label instructions carefully.
- When applying to large areas (such as lawns) carefully measure the area to be covered.
- Weedkillers work most effectively when the plant is actively growing (usually spring, summer, autumn).
- Keep glyphosate mixes free of soil or dirt.
Tips for mulching
- Make sure the soil is moist before applying mulch.
- Don’t allow mulch directly contact plant material.
Shopping list
- Yates Zero Rapid Glyphosate Weedkiller
- Yates Waterwise Mulch
- Zero Bindii & Clover Weeder
- Lush Bindii & Broadleaf Lawn Weeder
- Yates Winter Grass Killer
- Zero Once-A-Year Path Weeder
- Zero Woody Weeder
- Yates Zero Weeding Brush
Weed control calendar
| Autumn | Winter | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spray Yates Zero Glyphosate before weeds flower and seed. Start a compost heap to create mulch. | Use Yates Winter Grass Killer to remove winter grass from lawns. | Treat lawns for bindii, clover and broadleafed weeds. Apply mulch to garden beds. | Feed lawns to maintain good cover and keep weed from invading. Spray weeds with Yates Zero glyphosate. |
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Shelley
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19:47, 17 December 2009
Hi there what would i use in a paddock for horses im over run on buttercup and docks I have a few ragwort also Please help?
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