Speedwell
The most common Speedwell is a creeping, broadleaf perennial often grown as an ornamental. It frequently escapes planting beds and becomes weedy, especially in lawns. Speedwell has oval, green leaves that form a solid, spreading mat, which choke out desirable plants. Small white, blue or lavender flowers bloom in heart-shaped pods from spring into summer. If left untended, Speedwell can spread across an entire lawn within a few years.
Location
Speedwell prefers acidic soil and moist, shady areas and is most troublesome in the Northern United States.
Related or Similar Plants
Creeping Veronica, Corn Speedwell, Slender Speedwell
Cultural Solutions
- Keep lawns properly fertilized and healthy to resist invasion.
- Plant in full sun and well-drained soil.
Season Long Weed Control For Lawns-29 oz. Ready-To-Spray
Season Long Weed Control For Lawns-29 oz. Ready-To-Spray
- Post-Emergent: Kills existing listed broadleaf weeds
- Won't harm lawns
- Apply anytime spring through fall when temperatures are between 50º-90ºF
3-In-1 Weed And Feed For Southern Lawns-12.5 lb. Bag
3-In-1 Weed And Feed For Southern Lawns-12.5 lb. Bag
- Kills listed weeds including Dollarweed, Dandelion and Clover.
- Feeds, greens and strengthens your lawn.
- Prevents broadleaf and grassy weeds PLUS CRABGRASS up to 6 MONTHS.
All-In-One Lawn Weed & Crabgrass Killer Ready-To-Spray-32 oz. Ready-To-Spray
All-In-One Lawn Weed & Crabgrass Killer Ready-To-Spray-32 oz. Ready-To-Spray
- Kills over 200 listed broadleaf weeds like Dandelion and Clover
- PLUS controls listed grassy weeds like Crabgrass
- Won't harm lawns when applied as directed*
*When used as directed. Not for use on St. Augustinegrass (including Floratam variety), Bahiagrass, Carpetgrass, Centipedegrass or Dichondra.
Southern Weed Killer For Lawns-32 oz. Ready-To-Spray
Southern Weed Killer For Lawns-32 oz. Ready-To-Spray
- Kills 200+ broadleaf weeds in St. Augustinegrass, Centipedegrass and other Southern lawns
- One simple application kills Dandelions, Clover and more
- Rainproof in one hour
- 32 oz. Ready-To-Spray treats up to 16,000 sq. ft.
- 40 oz. Concentrate treats up to 20,000 sq. ft.
*Not for use on Dichondra, Carpetgrass, Floratam variety of St. Augustinegrass or desirable Clovers.
