Clover – Control in Iris Bed
Q: Is it possible to chemically eradicate clover in a bed of dwarf iris?
A: My friend Theresa Schrum points out that irises are monocots (single-leafed plants) and therefore should be immune to 2,4-D, the primary ingredient in broadleaf (dicot) weedkillers. Many products containing 2,4-D are only labeled for lawn application. I suppose you could do a small test plot to see how the irises respond to a herbicide application.
Dr. Mark Czarnota has an excellent publication on other chemical options here: Weed Control in Iris.
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Smilax – Identification
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Bats – In Louvers
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Confederate Rose – Flower Color
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Root Cellar – Plans
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Hickory Horned Devil (Regal Moth)
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Owl – In the House
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Blisters on Christmas cactus leaves caused by overwatering
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Confederate Rose – Flower Color
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Creeping Fig
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Confederate Jasmine – Seed
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