By DoMyOwn staff
Wild Violet is a low-growing perennial broadleaf weed most found in shaded and high moisture areas of your lawn.
Wild Violet is a low-growing perennial weed with heart-shaped leaves and small flowers in shades of purple, blue, or white. It thrives in shady, damp areas and spreads underground through aggressive root systems called rhizomes. Since the roots are sprawling, like tree roots, control can be a long process and multiple applications are needed.
While it might look decorative, Wild Violet competes with your grass for water and nutrients, weakening your turf and making it harder to maintain a healthy lawn.
To control it, use a selective post-emergent herbicide containing 2,4-D or Dicamba. In cool season lawns, triclopyr is a good option. Make sure it's labeled for use in your grass type and to control wild violet. For best results, apply in the spring when wild violets are blooming or apply a late fall application followed by a spring application. Check your herbicide label for any specific timing instructions that may increase your results.
Don’t rely on hand-pulling. It won’t remove the entire root, and the weed will just grow back.
Prevention is key. Follow a regular lawn maintenance schedule, mow properly, aerate to reduce compaction, and improve drainage. Wild Violet loves moist, shady soil, so reduce those conditions when possible.
Test your soil’s pH. Wild Violet prefers low pH levels, while most turfgrasses do better in neutral to slightly alkaline soils. Adjusting your soil with the right amendments can help tip the balance in your lawn’s favor.
A healthy, well-maintained lawn is your best defense. Fight back and keep your yard looking its best.
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