Weed Control in Juniper Groundcover: Spot Treatment and Expert Referral

Junipers smothered by weeds on a slope: no selective herbicide exists. Spot-treatment and expert consultation are best.

Spot-Treatment Method

• Wear gloves; apply glyphosate to weed foliage with brush.
• Minimizes juniper contact.
• Laborious but effective for large areas.

Expert Referral

Contact Jim Hyland (Tree Expert, Allexperts) — 34 years Forestry Service. On vacation until Oct 3.

Renovation Option

• If junipers are mostly dead: remove all, replant.
• Burning not recommended (root survival, fire risk).
• Roundup entire area, then replant after wait period.

Prevention

Mulch new plantings; use pre-emergent; maintain density.