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Description: The
buttercup is perennial weed with creeping stems that run along the ground rooting at intervals.
Leaves are divided into three lobes that are toothed and hairy. The yellow flowers can be seen
between May and August. Buttercups prefer wet, heavy soils.
Control: Individual
plants may be hand weeded. If they have spread into larger patches chemical control will be
necessary using a selective weed killer containing fluroxypyr & clopyralid such as 'Verdone
Extra', one application is usually enough, however repeat 6 weeks later if necessary. For more
information on the application of selective herbicide's 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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