Category: Broadleaf

Corn Speedwell

This broadleaf weed is one of the first weeds spotted in infertile, thin lawn areas.

Corn Speedwell Facts:

  • Found late winter through spring in weak lawn areas
  • Winter annual
  • Creeping, prostrate growing in clumps
  • Small, rounded leaves with toothed margins
  • 1/4" light blue to white flowers with 5 petals
  • Spreads by seeds that can remain viable for many years

Control Tips:

  • Fairly easy to control by spraying with selective herbicide after weeds emerge, however, conditions may not be warm enough for application until mid-spring. Fall herbicide treatments can reduce this weed if timed appropriately. 
  • Thick turfgrass areas will yield fewer weeds. Fertilize regularly, aerate and overseed each fall.
  • Mowing at 3-4" will encourage a healthy lawn and reduce weed growth. 
  • Irrigate lawn areas regularly so they receive 1-2" of water each week. 
  • Proactive, comprehensive lawn care programs are recommended for best control.

 

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