tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14958949.post838133889088613055..comments2023-08-20T10:49:09.928-04:00Comments on Don Watcher: Invasive Species of the Don: Garlic MustardDonwatcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14196127953849417904noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14958949.post-42368899247664876752010-05-18T22:53:51.258-04:002010-05-18T22:53:51.258-04:00Thanks for the links. I am aware of the pulling ad...Thanks for the links. I am aware of the pulling advice. However since GM seeds in the soil last for up to 11 years disturbing it makes little difference. In order to effectively cut GM you need to cut it at the root collar which is the part of the stem right at the soil. Cutting here can be difficult so that is why pulling it is the recommended method.Donwatcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14196127953849417904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14958949.post-7802262910216915692010-05-17T00:47:32.244-04:002010-05-17T00:47:32.244-04:00Loved the detailed information about garlic mustar...Loved the detailed information about garlic mustard, which has arrived in my backyard. Just passing on another tip re: getting rid of it. Instead of pulling, I've read cutting it works better. I've also heard Lorraine Johnson mention that in a workshop. If cut after it flowers, the tap root will not survive, although do check again in case it starts to put out new leaves, in which case just cut again. Since garlic mustard thrives in disturbed soil, pulling it isn't as effective, I understand, because the very act of pulling disturbs the soil and acts as stimulation for new growth! Here's one of the sources for this info: http://www.biodiversityeducation.ca/bean/files/GarlicMustardFactSheet.pdfTamara Harbarnoreply@blogger.com