2023 Range & Pasture - Weed ID Guide

Biennial & Perennial Weeds

STINGING NETTLE Urtica dioica Life Cycle: Perennial Plant Description:

A perennial tall growing weed that causes skin irritation when contacted. The hairs and spines on the leaves and stems give a burning or stinging sensation. Egg shaped leaves with toothed margins are arranged opposite on the stem. Treatment: Apply 1.5 to 2.1 pints of GrazonNext ® HL herbicide per acre. Apply during

vegetative stage prior to bloom. For non- residual weed control, apply 1.5 pints per acre of PastureGard ® HL herbicide.

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