Control Chinese Water Chestnut Plant

Many people ask how to get rid of Chinese water chestnut. The following options can be considered for how to control Chinese water chestnut.

Manual/Mechanical Control:

If you are considering how to remove Chinese water chestnut, physically cutting this plant and digging up the roots can be a somewhat effective method of control.

Herbicide Control:

There is an option for how to kill Chinese water chestnut that offers great control.

1. Liquid 2, 4-D (for ponds or lakes) – liquid that is diluted with water and sprayed over the plants. Most effective on treatment areas larger than a half-acre, this allows longer contact exposure time.

Treatment Tips:

When treating Chinese water chestnut,

• Treat when the plants are established and actively growing.