Clover Plot Weed

[Victor Van Meter]

I have this starting to take over large portions of a clover plot. Just curious what it is and if I should spray it now or wait until Spring to mess with it? Thanks.

VV

 

[Native Hunter]

It's ground ivy (aka Creeping Charlie). It's hard to get rid of, especially in shaded areas. I've never had to deal with it in a food plot, but in a yard, 24D will kill it and not harm grass. However, it always seems to find a way to come back after a while.

 

[Victor Van Meter]

It's ground ivy (aka Creeping Charlie). It's hard to get rid of, especially in shaded areas. I've never had to deal with it in a food plot, but in a yard, 24D will kill it and not harm grass. However, it always seems to find a way to come back after a while.

I have seen it in yards before as well. It isn't a shaded area, but is along a creek and stays damp.

 

[SD51555]

Creeping Charlie is a low calcium weed. Also associated with low available P. What were your management actions the previous 12-24 months?