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joeg
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| Posted: Tue Aug 31, 2004 2:29 pm Post subject: removal of prickly pear |
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| Is there a non herbicide way to kill prickly pear short of physical removal? |
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Robert D Bard
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Location: Whitesboro,TX
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| Posted: Wed Sep 01, 2004 9:46 pm Post subject: prickly pear |
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I use lawn mower.
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khwoz
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Location: Weatherford,TX
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| Posted: Thu Sep 02, 2004 11:55 am Post subject: |
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| I agree with Robert. If the plant is too large, break or cut off the sections and compost (great compost material). After that, mow the remains every once in awhile. The cactus will try to come back for several months or so depending on underground reserves. A caution if you're not familiar with prickly pears, the needles hurt but the fine hairs at the base of the needle will irritate you for days if you get them in your skin. |
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joeg
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| Posted: Thu Sep 02, 2004 3:17 pm Post subject: killing prickly pear |
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Thanks for the prompt response and helpful information.
joeg |
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