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CLOVER, HOP
Clover, Hop
[Trifolium spp.]
DESCRIPTION
Several
species of hop clover are found in North Carolina. They are similar in
appearance and they respond similarly to herbicides. These are winter annual or
biennial weeds. Hop clover has a trifoliate leaf similar to white clover.
Leaflets have prominent veins and the terminal leaflet of each leaf is on a
short stem. Hop clover has short, hairy, reclining, slender stems, which are
somewhat reddish. Flowers are bright yellow with numerous closely associated
flowers borne in clusters. Each individual flower produces a single seed.
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Characteristic
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Description
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Growth Season
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winter annual or biennial weed
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Growth Habit
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prostrate, spreading
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Leaflet Number
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leaf is trifoliate
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Leaf Margin
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serrated/toothed
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Leaf Hairs
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none or on upper/lower surface
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Leaf/Leaflet Shape
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leaflets are elliptical
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Leaf Width
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<1/2 - 1 inch
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Leaf Venation
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pinnate; prominent veins
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Leaf Arrangement
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alternate
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Root Type
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fibrous
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Flower Color
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yellow
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hop clover leaf
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hop clover
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Note: Still not
sure this is the right weed? The Turf
& Weed Identification Decision Aid may help. Check the TurfFiles glossary for definitions
of unfamiliar terms.
CULTURAL
CONTROL
Winter
annual broadleaf weeds germinate in the fall or winter and grow during any warm
weather, which may occur in the winter, but otherwise remain somewhat dormant
during the winter. They resume growth and produce seed in the spring and die as
temperatures increase in late spring and early summer. They quickly invade thin
turf areas especially where there is good soil moisture. Shade may also
encourage growth. Many have a prostrate growth habit and are not affected by
mowing. A dense, vigorous turf is the best way to reduce the encroachment of
winter annual weeds. First, select adapted turfgrass cultivars for your area
and then properly fertilize, mow, and water to encourage dense growth.
CHEMICAL
CONTROL
Hop clover species are winter
annual or biennial weed species that can be controlled with products containing
two, three, and four broadleaf herbicides. Clover species are especially
susceptible to clopyralid-containing products (e.g., Lontrel, Confront) as well
as fluroxypyr-containing products (Spotlight, Escalade 2, etc.). Apply in fall
or spring.
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Preemergence herbicides:
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Herbicide
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Tolerant Turfs (1)
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Average
Efficacy Rating(2)
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Range of Trial Efficacy Values, %
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Number of
Trials
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Products (3)
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simazine
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be, c, sa, z
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E
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0
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Princep
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Postemergence herbicides:
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Herbicide
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Tolerant Turfs (1)
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Average
Efficacy Rating(2)
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Range of Trial Efficacy Values, %
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Number of
Trials
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Products (3)
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trifloxysulfuron-sodium
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be, z
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E
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100
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8
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Monument
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metsulfuron
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be, sa, z
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E
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100
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4
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Escort**, Manor
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2,4-D & dicamba & mecoprop
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bk, f, r, z
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E
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100
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1
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MEC Amine-D*, Trimec Bentgrass, Trimec Classic, Trimec
Southern, Triplet
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rimsulfuron**
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be
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E
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100
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1
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TranXit GTA
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sulfosulfuron
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ba, be, c, sa, z
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E
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100
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1
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Certainty
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2,4-D & triclopyr*
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bk, f, r
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E
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0
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Chaser
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atrazine*
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be, c, sa, z
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E
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0
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AAtrex 4L
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clopyralid**
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ba, bc, be, bk, c, f, r, sa, z
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E
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0
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Lontrel
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clopyralid & triclopyr**
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be, bk, c, f, r, z
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E
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0
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Confront
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dicamba
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ba, be, bk, f, r, z
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E
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0
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Banvel, Clarity, Vanquish
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glyphosate
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E
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0
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Glyphosate Original, Roundup, Touchdown Pro**
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simazine
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be, c, sa, z
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E
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0
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Princep
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metribuzin
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be
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G
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0
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Sencor 75 Turf
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2,4-D
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be, bk, f, r, z
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F
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0
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2,4-D amine, Solution Water Soluble
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Footnotes:
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(1)
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Turfgrass Codes:
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ba
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bahiagrass
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bc
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bentgrass, creeping
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be
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bermudagrass
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bk
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bluegrass, Kentucky
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c
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centipedegrass
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f
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fescue, tall
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r
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ryegrass, perennial
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sa
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St. Augustinegrass
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z
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zoysiagrass
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blank
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No turfgrass in the database is
completely tolerant. Check label to see if chemical can be used at a reduced
rate or during the dormant season on your turfgrass.
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(2)
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Efficacy Ratings:
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E
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excellent control (90 to 100%)
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G
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good control (80 to 90%)
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F
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fair control (70 to 80%)
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Efficacy ratings are based on
herbicide trials performed by weed scientists at North Carolina State University between 1997 and 2007. The number of trials included in the efficacy ratings
is displayed in the next-to-last column. The higher this number, the more
confidence can be placed in the efficacy values. Trials may have involved
sequential applications of one or more chemical. Details of individual trials
(herbicide rates, dates of application, environmental conditions at time of
application, etc) can be viewed on the TurfFiles web site, through the Turf Weed Management
Decision Aid.
Efficacy ratings for chemicals
lacking trial data are from “Pest
Management Strategic Plan for Turfgrass in the Southern United States,”
summary of a workshop for turf experts from multiple universities held in Griffin, GA in October, 2004 and sponsored by the Southern Region Integrated Pest
Management Center.
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(3)
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Recommendations of specific
chemicals are based upon information on the manufacturer's label and
performance in a limited number of trials. Because environmental conditions
and methods of application may vary widely, performance of the chemical will
not always conform to the safety and pest control standards indicated by
experimental data. The order in which brand names are given is not an
indication of a recommendation or criticism.
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Recommendations for the use of
agricultural chemicals are included in this publication as a convenience to
the reader. The use of brand names and any mention or listing of commercial
products or services does not imply endorsement by North Carolina State University or discrimination against similar products or services not mentioned. Other
brand names may be labeled for use on turfgrasses. Individuals who use
agricultural chemicals are responsible for ensuring that the intended use
complies with current regulations and conforms to the product label. Be sure
to obtain current information about usage regulations and examine a current
product label before applying any chemical. For assistance, contact your
county's Cooperative Extension agent.
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© North Carolina State University. This information sheet was prepared
by Fred Yelverton, Bridget R. Lassiter, Gail G. Wilkerson, Leon Warren, Travis Gannon, Jenifer J. Reynolds, and Gregory S. Buol. Department of Crop
Science, College of Agriculture & Life Sciences, North Carolina State
University. Prepared July 15, 2008. Available on-line at
www.turffiles.ncsu.edu. This publication was made possible through a grant
provided by the Center for Turfgrass Environmental Research & Education
(CENTERE) whose purpose is to support worthwhile projects that will benefit
both the private sector and the public, and protect the environment.
KEYWORDS FOUND IN THIS ARTICLE:
| Jan 09, 2008 |
Turfgrass of NC Conference
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L. Warren
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Effective Landscape Weed Management
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| Jan 08, 2008 |
Turfgrass of NC Conference
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T. Gannon
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Managing Difficult Landscape Weeds
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| Jan 24, 2007 |
Master Gardeners, Durham County
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L. Warren
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Winter and Spring Weed Control in Tall Fescue and Bermudagrass Turf
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| Jan 11, 2007 |
Dare County, NC
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L. Warren
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Winter and Spring Weed Control in Warm Season Turf
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| Feb 20, 2006 |
Cumberland County TCNC Demo Days
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L. Warren
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Newer Herbicides for Late Winter Early Spring Weed Control in Turf
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| Feb 08, 2006 |
Davie County
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L. Warren
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Making North Carolina Herbicide Recommendations Work in Davie County
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| Jan 10, 2006 |
Turfgrass of NC Conference
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M. Martin
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Making North Carolina Herbicide Recommendations Work for You
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| Nov 15, 2005 |
Dave Monk's Class Lecture
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L. Warren
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Weed Management Programs for North Carolina Turfgrass Growers
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| Nov 03, 2005 |
Western NCSTA, Charlotte, NC
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T. Gannon
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Weed Control Calendar
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| Mar 15, 2005 |
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F. Yelverton
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Safe and Effective Weed Control in North Carolina Lawns
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| Feb 15, 2005 |
Wake Co., NC Turf Meeting
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L. Warren
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Postemergence Winter Weed and Preemergence Crabgrass Control
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| Dec 20, 2003 |
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L. Warren
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Turfgrass Weed Management in North Carolina - Dec. 2003
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| Oct 21, 2003 |
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L. Warren
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Turfgrass Weed Management in North Carolina - Oct. 2003
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| Sep 30, 2003 |
2003 Pitt County
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T. Gannon
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Fall Weed Control in Turf - 2003 Pitt County
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| Mar 10, 2003 |
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L. Warren
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Late Winter to Early Summer Turf Weed Control Options - 2003 Presentation
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| Jan 21, 2003 |
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L. Warren
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Basic Weed Management - 2003 TCNC
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