Spotted Spurge

About Spotted Spurge

This low-growing, mat-forming weed features small, oval leaves with reddish spots and reddish stems that often creep along lawns and garden beds. Spotted spurge (Euphorbia maculata) thrives in hot, dry conditions common in Middle Tennessee areas like Franklin and Brentwood, where it can quickly invade turfgrass, creating unsightly patches and competing for nutrients and moisture. Effective control involves maintaining a healthy lawn and timely herbicide applications.

Spotted Spurge is a turf pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Turf Pests identification guide.

As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Spotted Spurge regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.