Birdsfoot Trefoil

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Birdsfoot trefoils are common weeds in lawns and other parts of the garden.

Identify the problem
Trefoils have trifoliate leaves and orange/yellow pea-like flowers in a cluster. Stems are usually prostrate and hairy.
How to solve the problem
In lawns
- Apply a selective herbicide such as LawnPro Turfclean Ultra, LawnPro Prickle and Hydrocotyle, LawnPro Turfclean, Turfclean & Green or LawnPro All-in-1. They will effectively kill trefoil but leave the lawn grass unaffected.
- For best results apply spray in Spring and Autumn when weeds are growing.
In garden beds
- Use Weed Weapon Extra Strength to kill off the top growth. It controls clover within 7-10 days and is an ideal product for use around established trees and shrubs. It is inactive in the soil so planting can be safely carried out soon after treatment.
- If you wish to more effectively prevent regrowth, apply Weed Weapon Preventer granules. This is a selective pre-emergent herbicide which penetrates deep into the soil so do not plant seeds or sensitive plants into treated soil within 3 months of application.
- For a fast acting organic solution use Kiwicare Weed Weapon Natural Power.
- For best results apply spray in Spring and Autumn when weeds are growing.
In Paths and Driveways
- For long term control on paths and driveways use Kiwicare Weed Weapon Long Term. This will kill a wide range of weeds and prevent regrowth for up to 12 months.
- For a fast acting organic solution use Kiwicare Weed Weapon Natural Power.
- For best results apply spray in Spring and Autumn when weeds are growing.
Did you know?
- Birdsfoot trefoil is Lotus corniculatus
- Hairy birdsfoot trefoil isLotus subbiflorus