Control weeds & problem areas
We can tame pesky lantana, Paterson’s Curse and other unwanted weeds. Spraying, physical removal, proper disposal of rootstock/seeds and regular mowing can help to control these common pests in Dayboro and Samford.
Blue Billygoat Weed has clusters of blue (and sometimes white), hair-like flowers and hairy stems. They’re considered an environmental weed because it displaces indigenous plants. The small seeds are disseminated by wind and water and can also be spread by attaching to animals and clothing.
Lantana is a prickly shrub with clusters of small colourful flowers. Physical removal, cutting the stump, and herbicides are effective. Seeds are spread by animals and rootstock can regrow if not disposed properly.
Paterson’s curse is extremely toxic to livestock, and particularly accounts for many horse deaths. The flowers are often purple, but can be pink, blue and white. It can spread by seeds and lateral roots. It can be physically removed or controlled with herbicides.
Wild tobacco is a small tree with hairy leaves, purple flowers and yellow stamens, and is toxic if eaten by livestock and humans. The round yellow berries are spread by animals or poor disposal. Cutting the stump or herbicides are the only control methods.