Controlling Creeping Charlie (Ground Ivy)
Written by admin on June 22, 2009 – 8:09 pm -I have been fighting ground ivy for years. I imagine many others do as well. I felt obligated to share the results of my research with my readers. I obtained the following information from my alma mater, the Iowa State University Extension Service. Ground ivy is a perennial plant and thrives in moist, shady areas, so it’s safe to say that ground ivy is having a banner year. Ground ivy is a member of the mint family and produces a minty odor when cut or crushed. I have two neighbors with a healthy crop of ground ivy, and by smell alone I know when they are mowing the lawn. GROUND IVY CONTROL STRATEGIES NON-CHEMICAL CONTROL If you have a small amount of ground ivy, you can try hand-pulling. It most likely will continue to reappear, but with... more
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