Q&A – How do I get rid of a large area of ground ivy without using chemicals?
Question:
How do I get rid of a large area of ground ivy without using chemicals?
Answer:
Ground ivy or creeping Charlie is in the mint family and likes to grow in shady areas that are poorly drained. To get rid of it now you could try to pull it out, but you need to get all the roots or it will come back. For a large area you could close mow it repeatedly, or solarize the ground. To solarize, cover the ground with plastic for a few days in the hot summer and let the heat build up underneath. That will kill all the plants that are growing in that area, including the ground ivy. Long term, get more light into the area and improve drainage.
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How do I get rid of a large area of ground ivy without using chemicals?
Answer:
Ground ivy or creeping Charlie is in the mint family and likes to grow in shady areas that are poorly drained. To get rid of it now you could try to pull it out, but you need to get all the roots or it will come back. For a large area you could close mow it repeatedly, or solarize the ground. To solarize, cover the ground with plastic for a few days in the hot summer and let the heat build up underneath. That will kill all the plants that are growing in that area, including the ground ivy. Long term, get more light into the area and improve drainage.
Related Videos:
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How to Kill Creeping Charlie
Related Resources:
What to Do About Ground Ivy
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