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Dock by a pond
a1154
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I really hate dock, and its taken hold by my pond with lots of large ones. I would spray them anywhere else, but dont know how to tackle them near the pond. I dont think digging out is an option, so im a bit stuck. Any ideas?
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Bruise the leaves and paint them with Roundup or any other weedkiller containing glyphosate.
Sadly it's no longer permitted to recommend mixing it with a little wall-paper paste to stop it running http://www.telegraph.co.uk/gardening/gardeningadvice/8659502/No-let-up-in-the-war-on-weeds.html but that's what we used to do.
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
Glyphosate at the correct dilution is recommended for aquatic use.
http://sueprince.com/2011/06/26/the-iridescent-green-dock-beetle-our-organic-jewel
This may not be too realistic for a small area but it's a pretty cool way to deal with dock. I love how they turn the leaves into lace.
That sounds good Dove.
Onion, there aren't any plants i need to keep, and the docks are a bit big for a 2 litre bottle, but the glyphosate product i have is definitely not for use near ponds.
Ah ive seen some green beetles. Clearly they need to pull their socks up and get the job done.