Mat of widgeon grass floating at the surface of the water.

Control Widgeon Grass

Many people ask how to get rid of widgeon grass. The following options can be considered for how to control widgeon grass.

 

Manual/Mechanical Control:

If you are considering how to remove widgeon grass, physically raking or seining this plant can be an effective method of control. However, physical control can be difficult. Widgeon grass can re-grow from any roots or seeds remaining in the water.

 

Herbicide Control:

There are multiple options for how to kill widgeon grass that offer great or some control.

  1. Mizzen (for ponds or lakes) – liquid that is diluted with water and sprayed over the plants, fast acting.
  2. Dibrox (for ponds or lakes) – liquid that is diluted with water and sprayed over the plants, fast acting. This will give some control.

 

Treatment Tips:

When treating widgeon grass,

  • Treat when the plants are established and actively growing.
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