Bindweed

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Bindwind (Convolvulus arvensis), also called wild morning glory, is characterized by an extensive root system, making it a problematic lawn and garden weed.

It is an even more problematic weed for farmers, and consequently a variety of organic remedies have been tested that might be useful for lawns.

Tilling the soil and pulling the weeds might be effective for small patches of ground with established plants. Other remedies such as solarization and spraying vinegar solutions show promose for treating larger areas.

© 2008 Patricia A. Michaels