Why are lambsquarters weeds difficult to get rid of?
Because lambsquarters emerges early, it is one of the weeds that must be watched so is does not exceed the maximum height for postemergence weed control. Furthermore, lambsquarters is one of the first weeds to become difficult to control under dry conditions.
Where can I find weed identification for Lambs?
Michigan State University’s weed identification page for common lambsquarters: https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/common_lambsquarters .
How tall does a lambsquarter weed plant get?
Mature leaves are oblong or lancet-shaped, wider near the stem than at the tip, and pale, gray-green in color. They often fold upward along the central vein. The leaf edges are wavy or slightly toothed. The height of a lambsquarter weed varies from a few inches to 5 feet.
When do lambsquarters seed decay in the winter?
About 20% of lambsquarters seed decayed in the first winter when buried 1 to 4 inches below the soil surface. Soil moisture ans soil microorganisms are needed to decay weed seeds. Tillage: Tilling at night (dark tillage) will reduce lambsquarters emergence by 30 to 70%.
Michigan State University’s weed identification page for common lambsquarters: https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/common_lambsquarters .
What kind of plant is a lambsquarter weed?
Lambsquarter ( Chenopodium album) is a very common weed that is actually so tasty and nutrient-rich that shrewd gardeners are going out of their way to cultivate it. It’s actually a member of the amaranth family that grows well in all soil conditions but is particularly adept at revitalizing the nutrients of poor soils.
Is it bad to eat lamb’s quarters or chickweed?
Lamb’s quarters and chickweed are examples of the former, and yellow dock is an example of the latter. There is a concern that eating a diet rich in oxalates will increase the formation of calcium oxalate kidney stones (the most common kind of kidney stone, making up 75–80% of all stones).
Is the common lambsquarter plant toxic to livestock?
However under certain conditions, plant production of oxalates can increase to levels toxic to livestock when large amounts of leaves are consumed in a short time period. Common lambsquarter is also susceptible to many viruses that affect several crops and ornamentals.