Weed of the Week: Johnsongrass (Sorghum halepense):
Johnsongrass is a warm season perennial grass that is one of the most common and troublesome weeds in agriculture. It is commonly found on roadsides, pastures and hay fields. It grows erect from 3 to 6 feet. Johnsongrass spreads by seeds and rhizomes (underground stems). The seedhead is a large, open panicle often with a purplish tint. Johnsongrass leaves have a large white midrib and a smooth, glossy appearance. Stems are smooth with no hairs.
Johnsongrass
Select Herbicide Options:
Outrider (for bermudagrass pastures and hay meadows, bahiagrass can be injured)
Pastora (for bermudagrass pastures, will destroy bahiagrass)
Roundup (for bermudagrass pastures/hay meadows will destroy bahiagrass)
REMEMBER: THE LABEL IS THE LAW! Always read the pesticide label before using.
Vanessa Corriher-Olson, Ph.D.
Forage Extension Specialist
Soil & Crop Sciences
Overton, TX
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Texas A&M University System