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Noxious Weed Control at Home

Public involvement is vital to any noxious weed control program. Due to their overwhelming prevalence and geographic reach, it would be impossible for Ada County Noxious Weed Control to effectively manage noxious weeds in the county without public assistance on early identification of new weed colonization, continuous treatments on private property and knowing how to prevent the spread of noxious weeds.

Most people categorize weeds differently. If you are unsure of the type of weed or weeds sprouting in your yard or on your property, simply break off a portion of the weed, along with the root system and bring it to our office. One of our certified weed experts can help identify it and provide advice on the best methods to control it.

Some noxious weeds can be difficult to accurately identify, and the correct control method will depend on accurate plant identification. When in doubt, call Ada County Noxious Weed Control to speak with one of our experienced staff members at (208)577-4646, or visit us at 975 E. Pine Ave., in Meridian, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

  • Educate yourself; learn how to identify noxious weeds.
  • Report any sightings to your local weed control district.
  • Do not transport flowering plants you can’t identify.
  • Manage infestations on your property.
  • Pull isolated noxious weeds without flowers or seeds and leave to dry where you found them.
  • Pull noxious weeds with flowers or seeds and place in a plastic bag or container for disposal.
  • Seek guidance from experts and develop a management plan.
  • Getting expert advice when using herbicides is highly important. Pesticide advice and prescriptions should only be provided by qualified pesticide advisors. Always follow the usage outlined by the label.

There are many national, state and local programs working to control noxious weeds. To learn more about invasive species and noxious weeds, and for additional resources and tips on how to control or prevent their spread, use the websites listed below:

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