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 weed commonly found in lawns throughout Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Weed Identification Guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we identify and treat Spotted Spurge regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward selecting the right herbicide and timing for effective control.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Spotted Spurge
- Type
- Turf Weed
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
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