Weeds

White bryony is an invasive, highly toxic perennial vine that threatens Utah’s ecosystems, agriculture, and residential landscapes by aggressively smothering vegetation. This article explains how to identify, understand, and control the plant through safe...

This document provides a comprehensive overview of Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense), including its identification, distribution, life cycle, and various management methods. It highlights the impact of Canada thistle on ecosystems, particularly in the Inte...

Wild licorice (Glycyrrhiza lepidota) is a perennial legume native to North America, spreading aggressively through seeds and rhizomes, making it a problematic invasive species in pastures. While it has some nutritional benefits, livestock avoid it, leadin...

This fact sheet discusses the identification and management of *Parrotfeather* (*Myriophyllum aquaticum*), an invasive aquatic plant that can spread rapidly in freshwater habitats. It covers prevention, mechanical, biological, and chemical control methods...

Weed prevention through proper turf establishment and maintenance is the best practical approach for long-term weed control, and is less expensive than controlling weeds later. Aspects of prevention include using best management practices such as proper m...

Weeds around the home are a nuisance. This guide will show you how to deal with weeds in your lawn, garden, fruit trees, parking areas and drive ways, and amoung brush and trees.

Wild parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) is an herbaceous, biennial, or short-lived perennial weed in North America native to Eurasia. The species produces furanocoumarins in the sap, stems, and leaves that cause severe burns (phytophotodermatitis) and blisters wh...

Dr. Corey Ransom, Utah State University, discusses weed identification, weed management, and resistance management.

If sprayers are not properly calibrated, it can result in over or under-application of chemicals, causing damage, reduced pest control, and potential safety concerns. Making the effort to properly mix chemicals and calibrate sprayers can save money and in...

Scotch thistle (Onopordum acanthium) is an invasive species native to Eurasia. It was likely introduced into North America during the late 19th century (Young & Evans, 1969). Due to the plant’s size and prickles, a stand can damage pasture productivity, r...

Dyer's woad (Isatis tinctoria) was introduced into Utah during the mid-19th century as a source of indigo dye. The plant escaped cultivation and has spread across rangelands, foothills, and other sites throughout the Intermountain West.

This fact sheet gives an overview of the most prevalent weeds found in Utah forests which pose a direct threat to Utah forest landowners.

A compilation of resources for managing invasive and poisonous plants of Utah's rangelands.