Selective Herbicide for Bermuda Grass in Centipede Lawn

Targeting Bermuda Without Killing Centipede

Bermuda invading centipede is tough—both are warm-season grasses with similar physiology.

Vantage (sethoxydim) is labeled for selective Bermuda control in centipede. Check product info.

MSMA/DSMA: Arsenic-based; may weaken centipede. Spot-test.
Glyphosate (Roundup): For dense Bermuda patches only—kills everything. Reseed centipede afterward.

Maintain centipede at 1.5–2 inches, fertilize lightly (centipede hates high nitrogen), and water deeply. Healthy centipede resists invasion better.

Expect some trial and error—no perfect selective herbicide exists.

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