Controlling Bradford Pear Suckers and Wild Violets

Two persistent landscape problems—Bradford pear root suckers and invasive wild violets—can both be managed with the same herbicide: triclopyr (found in products like Ortho Weed B Gon Chickweed, Clover & Oxalis Killer).

Treating Pear Suckers

Cut the suckers at ground level and immediately paint the fresh cuts with undiluted triclopyr. This prevents regrowth at that spot, though new suckers may appear a few feet away.

Eliminating Wild Violets

Use a foam brush to apply diluted triclopyr directly to individual violet plants. This targeted approach minimizes damage to surrounding desirable plants.

Triclopyr is effective and has a much more pleasant odor than many alternatives.