Has Medic Weed invaded your lawn? Here’s how to identify 3 different types of Medic Weeds in your lawn, plus tips on the best way to remove them.
Skip to: Burr Medic, Spotted Medic, Black Medic
Burr Medic (Medicago polymorpha)
This hairless intruder likes to occupy soil high in phosphate. As the name suggests it produces burrs, which contain seeds. Beware! The burrs can attach to your dog’s coat or yours. Its leaves are heart shaped and clover-like, with serrated edges. Burr medic produces tap roots and small yellow flowers.
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How Can I Remove Burr Medic?
Hand-to-land combat: pull ’em out with your fingers.
Chemical warfare: Use a broadleaf herbicide, such as All Purpose Weed Control or Estate Herbicide.
Spotted Medic (Medicago Arabica)
This encroacher has black spots on its leaves, which are again, clover-like and serrated. Spotted medic also produces a yellow flower.
How Do I Remove Spotted Medic from My Lawn?
Hand-to-land combat: pull ’em out with your fingers.
Chemical warfare: Use a broad leaf herbicide, such as All Purpose Weed Control or Estate Herbicide.
Black Medic (Medicago lupulina)
This trespasser grows well where soil is compacted and dry. It produces a small yellow flower and has clover-like leaves that are serrated near the tip. Black medic may produce a tap root. Don’t confuse it with oxalis or other clovers. The presence of black medic can indicate your soil lacks nitrogen.
How Can I Remove Black Medic?
Hand-to-land combat: Pull it out by hand or aerate your lawn to overcome compaction. Mowing high may also help.
Chemical warfare: Use a broad leaf herbicide, such as All Purpose Weed Control, Estate Herbicide or a pre-emergent broad leaf herbicide such as Oxafert.
