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Description:
Autumn Hawkbit is a perennial weed that is sometimes confused with dandelion,
but hawkbit has narrower leaves that are pointed and visibly toothed. The leaf surface is smooth
and glossy. It produces several yellow flower heads on branched stalks which are visible from June
to October.
Control:
This weed can be removed by hand
if there are only a few plants but it is important to remove all the plant. Any root
remaining in the soil will produce a new weed. If chemicals need to be used, spot treating
the weed may be enough as the weed grows as individual plants. Use a selective weed killer
containing fluroxypyr & clopyralid such as 'Verdone Extra', or alternatively a product
containing 2,4-D & mecoprop, one application should be sufficient. For more information
on the application of selective herbicides please visit our Lawn Weeds page. Once
the weed has been removed or controlled the bare area can be filled with a mixture of suitable
soil and grass seed to aid recovery.
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