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Control Coontail

Many people ask how to get rid of coontail. The following options can be considered for how to control coontail.

 

Manual/Mechanical Control:

If you are considering how to remove coontail, physically pulling this plant can be a somewhat effective method of control. However, physical control can be difficult. Coontail can re-grow from any fragments remaining in the water.

 

Herbicide Control:

There are multiple options for how to kill coontail that offer great control.

  1. Dibrox(for ponds or lakes) – liquid that is diluted with water and sprayed over the plants, fast acting.
  2. Spritflo(for ponds with no outflow) – liquid that is poured and spreads throughout the entire body of water, offers extended control.
  3. Hydrothol (for lakes) – granules that are broadcast over the plants.

 

When treating coontail,

  • Treat when the plants are established and actively growing.
  • Spritflo can be used at the first signs of growth.
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