| Field bindweed |
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Field bindweed is a perennial
species that can grow from seed or established roots. Cotyledons
of field bindweed seedlings are kidney-shaped, and true leaves are
arrowhead-shaped. Field bindweed shoots emerging form established
roots would not have cotyledons. |
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Field bindweed has a vining growth habit and alternating
leaves. It produces white or pink flowers about 1 inch in
diameter. Field bindweed seeds have a roughened appearance with
two flattened sides and on rounded side. |
| Management - The best time to control
field bindweed is between crops or in fallow with Tordon, Landmaster, or
Paramount herbicide. Be aware of crop rotation and planting.
Need more information on control refer to KSU Chemical Weed Control Guide. |
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