Henbit vs. Purple Deadnettle: ID and Control

Both winter annuals germinate in fall and explode in early spring. Key differences:

• Henbit (Lamium amplexicaule): Scalloped leaves clasp the stem directly; pink-purple flowers.
• Purple Deadnettle (Lamium purpureum): Upper leaves are triangular, purplish, and fuzzy; short petioles.

Control Timeline

• Now (winter/spring): Dig or spot-spray broadleaf herbicide.
• September: Apply pre-emergent labeled for henbit/deadnettle.

Imazaquin (Image®) is effective post-emergence; follow label carefully.