Control American Water Plantain

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

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Manual/Mechanical Control:

If you are considering how to remove American water plantain. physically pulling this plant can be an effective temporary method of control.

Herbicide Control:

There is an option for how to kill American water plantain that offers great control.

1. Liquid 2, 4-D (for ponds or lakes) – liquid that is diluted with water and sprayed over the plants. Most effective on treatment areas larger than a half acre, this allows longer contact exposure time.

Treatment Tips:

When treating American water plantain,

• Treat when the plants are established and actively growing.