Now is the time to pull Myrtle Spurge, especially since the ground is moist and soft, making it easier to get out the whole root without leaving any in the ground to re-grow. It flowers in March and April, and seeds soon after.
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Myrtle spurge is invasive and keeping control of myrtle spurge is important.
It is made more difficult by the fact that myrtle spurge plants can grow from seeds or from bits of root. Once they find their way into the wild, the spurge out compete native plant communities. Managing myrtle spurge weeds can allow native plants to survive and thrive.
For best results, begin myrtle spurge control early. Take the time to learn about the reproductive calendar of the plant. In March or April, the plant flowers. After that, it develops seed pods. Once the seed pods dry, they release the seeds in bursts, projecting them as far as 15 feet (4.5 m.) away.
The key to control of myrtle spurge is to dig out the plants before they set seeds. Put on long sleeves and gloves, then dig and pull the plants from moist soil. Keep an eye on the area for some years after you pull out myrtle spurge plants. It is entirely possible that new plants will grow from remaining spurge root.
Join us and help us clear out the Myrtle Spurge!
Annual Spring Clean Up
Sunday, April 3, 2022
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
(or any part that works for you)
Meet at the ball field. Bring gloves, wear long sleeves, sunglasses, sunblock and a smile.
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Eradicating it is actually state law! Wildlands Restoration Volunteers has a program to help, for free. MORE INFORMATION
RESOURCES:
- Application for Volunteer Assistance
- Cost Share Fund Application
- Boulder County Noxious Weeds
- Colorado Department of Agriculture Noxious Weeds Info
- Volunteer Opportunities with WRV!
- Boulder County Noxious Weeds Contractors
