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TURKEY CREEK CD's NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL PROGRAM FOR PUEBLO COUNTY PAGE 8 OF 10 <br /> near any kind of riparian areas(near a stream or river)or drainages. Care must be taken to <br /> avoid spraying herbicides near water unless they are specifically labeled for aquatic use. An <br /> aquatic-approved herbicide is required when applications will be made over water or come <br /> in contact with surface water. <br /> General Noxious Weed Management Recommendations: <br /> ❖ Riparian areas have unique ecosystems. Good management practices should be followed in <br /> riparian areas. The stream/river acts as a vector to spread weed seeds. Any noxious weeds need <br /> to be eliminated along the stream/river to curb their spread downstream. When working in this <br /> area,try to disturb the area near the stream/river as little as possible. <br /> ❖ Care must be taken to avoid spraying herbicides near water unless they are specifically labeled <br /> for aquatic use. An aquatic-approved herbicide is required when applications will be made over <br /> water or come in contact with surface water. An aquatic-safe herbicide is a great quality to have <br /> in an herbicide when applying near any kind of stream or river(riparian areas) or drainages. <br /> ❖ For the first few years, spray twice per year: once in the spring and once in the fall.When you <br /> have achieved a more acceptable level of control,you can change to spraying only once in the <br /> fall. If it becomes economically unfeasible for you to spray twice a year,you may choose to <br /> only spray in the fall. From time to time, if possible, alternate the herbicide(active ingredient) <br /> you use. This will help to prevent the weeds from developing chemical resistance. <br /> ❖ Note: All contracted professional (commercial)herbicide applicators must be fully licensed by <br /> the Colorado State Department of Agriculture. <br /> ❖ Generally, it is okay to mow one week after spraying. Mowing should not be done immediately <br /> following applications to allow the sprayed plants time to absorb the herbicide into their <br /> systems. Be sure to clean your mowing equipment to remove seeds and vegetative plant parts(a <br /> pressure washer works best). This is especially important if you have mown flowering plants. <br /> To limit any spreading of weeds, remember not to clean equipment in un-infested areas or near <br /> vectors such as roadways or streams. <br /> ❖ Some pulled flowering plants and/or their cut-off flower heads can still develop viable seeds. If <br /> the plants have already bloomed when you cut or pull them,it is important to properly dispose <br /> of them. Put them in a garbage bag,make sure bags are securely closed,and send them to a <br /> landfill. <br /> ❖ Disturbed soil and bare ground are prime habitats for weed invasions. A healthy native plant <br /> community will help keep noxious weeds under control by providing competition. When <br /> reseeding your property, perennial native plants are preferable. Grass seeding is best done in the <br /> spring and/or fall. You can either broadcast seed or use a seed drill to plant it(depending on the <br /> area). Riparian areas may require other revegetation efforts. Please call the USDA Natural <br /> Resources Conservation Service(MRCS)in Pueblo(phone 719-583-8386 ext. 3)for help with <br /> an appropriate seed mixture and planting guidelines for your property. <br /> Thank you for your interest in Turkey Creek Conservation District's Noxious Weed Control <br /> Program for Pueblo County. If you have any questions, please call (719)543-8386 ext. 116. <br /> Best regards, <br /> Beth Campbell <br />