This delicate weed is often found along pavement and garden bed edges or in thin areas of lawns.

Spotted Spurge Facts:

• Found in the summer
• Summer annual
• Very low-growing
• 1/8" to 1/4" oblong green leaves with a red spot in middle.
• Broken stems exude a milky sap
• Very small white flowers are hard to notice
• Spreads by seeds

Control Tips:

• Hand-pulling is not recommended as weed is easily detached from taproot.
• Fairly easy to control. Spray with selective herbicide after weeds emerge.
• 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.