I am starting to get clover that is creeping over from my neighbor's yard (under my fence). I have become exasperated trying to keep it at bay. Do any of you know something that does a good job at getting rid of this stuff that won't damage my grass too much? Also, any tips on keeping it from coming under the fence?
2007-07-09 06:57:13 · 5 answers · asked by Coco28 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
Thank you all for such great answers. I really appreciate the time you took to give me your input. You all gave me something to think about. Thank you!
2007-07-09 12:46:20 · update #1
Ortho Weed B Gon for clover, oxalis and chickweed. It is specifically made for clover and will definitely work.
Here's a link to more info:
http://www.ortho.com/index.cfm/event/ProductGuide.product/documentId/9e2d5f64991f7617aece73345d0d74a0
If you can't find that, look for anything else that contains "Tryclopyr".
2007-07-09 09:48:35 · answer #1 · answered by jeepdrivr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I feel you..lol..we tried removing clover by hand from our lawn..that is a loosing battle..so what we finally did was go to Home Depot and bought some weed and feed in the bottle that attaches to the gardenhose..just be sure to read the label because some grasses take different things(like St Augustine). Maybe ask your neighbor to spray theirs also..or very nonchalant be sure to spray through the fence..grin..we did that...worked..anyway it might take 2 or 3 applications a year but it will green your grass and kill all the clover and all you have to do is rake the dead stuff off.
2007-07-09 08:10:26 · answer #2 · answered by Nana Hexe 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
aww.. i like clover. it feeds the honey bees. it nourishes the soil.and it's pretty. it could be worse..
but if you really can't stand it , i can suggest putting in those underground bedding borders, then the roots won't be able to spread over into your lawn.
the clover ,in my yard ,pulls up easily when it makes it into my flower beds.
Can you just Block it , then yank up what's already come over? no chemicals involved ,there.. ; )
( and remember to watch for the 4leafed ones. they're Good Luck ; )
Then, the grass should spread back to fill in the dirt spot relatively quickly, or for quicker results, re-seed the area
wow.
All You PerfectLawn Lovers , out there, really have your work cut out for you. my Lawn-loving neighbors must curse me up and down on a daily basis. LOL
but hey.. good luck to you.
look at it this way.. at least you're not stuck with me for a neighbor.. ; )
i let my property feed the area wildlife, You should see the stuff i let grow.. :D
but i have a ton of birds and butterflies around, and all kinds of funky cool insects ,dong their little insect things . it's like my own little animal planetout there..
i like it :D
Peace,
~Laurie
PS. The Squirrels are my Favorite : )
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2016-04-15 11:23:08 · answer #4 · answered by pinkie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best Clover Killer
2016-11-09 20:26:19 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have fought for yrs from encroaching neighbor who "loves" clover.
Now I do not have any grass I only have a clover field in my back yard.
2014-07-06 08:21:22 · answer #6 · answered by Vision 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could rethink your attitude towards clover. Before synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, a lawn with about 25% to 30% clover was considered ideal.
Clover fixes nitrogen from the air and releases it to the soil, acting as a natural fertilizer. It stays green during drought that makes grass brown. It takes less water and can be mown to the same height as grass.
Welcome the clover, its a good thing.
2007-07-09 11:35:59 · answer #7 · answered by Judy B 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
If you don't have anything else growing near the fence, you could use table salt to keep it at bay.
Other than that, you should try a spray weed killer that is safe for grass, but, kills weeds.
I have tried several brands, including store brands, and bought mine at Ace hardware.
2007-07-09 07:04:17 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
fire will do it
2007-07-09 07:05:00 · answer #9 · answered by inspector 5 · 2⤊ 2⤋