Morning Glory Invasion: Chemical, Organic, and Mechanical Control

Ronn in Maryland had morning glory overtaking large shrubs. For six years, a nursery chemical applied with a power sprayer killed the vine without harming the shrub. The nursery no longer carries it; Amazon won't ship to MD.

Options

• Different chemical: Risky—may not spare the shrub.
• Organic root drench: Very hot water + white vinegar applied to vine roots.
• Mechanical: Dig out every emergence point.
• Combination: Organic drench + digging (best bet).
• Workaround: Order chemical via friend in another state (legality unclear).

Next Step

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