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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Confederate Rose – Rooting
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Urea & Ammonium Nitrate – Difference
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Colocasia vs. Alocasia vs. Xanthosoma
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Earthball (Puffball) Mushroom – Identification
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Snake – DeKay’s and Garter
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Confederate Rose – Rooting
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Rhododendron Borer – Identification
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The Issue With “No Mow May”
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Squirrel (Wild Animal) – Keeping as Pet
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Tulip
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