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Weeds in Liriope (Monkey Grass): Spot-Spray Glyphosate or Hand-Pull

Dallas, Liriope beds full of weeds. Store said broadleaf killers kill Liriope too. Actually, Liriope spicata/muscari tolerates low-dose glyphosate (Roundup). Test a spot—wait for rain. If OK, treat more. Mow immediately after spray to remove treated leaves.

Wiregrass/creepers: spray. Annuals: hand-pull and thicken Liriope. Rain this year may change weed pressure. Always test first.

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