406 Weed Control

05/07/2026

We keep your gravel CLEAN long term. Give us a call if your gravel areas are turning into a w**dy mess. **dcontrol

04/22/2026

W**d Wednesday Spotlight: Whitetop or Hoary Cress

Whitetop or hoary cress is an invasive plant from Eurasia that has taken hold in Montana. This perennial w**d can spread quickly through seeds and roots, making it challenging to control once it’s established. If you have livestock, be aware that it contains glucosinolates, which can be toxic to them.

Identifying Features:
- Height: Up to 2 ft tall
- Leaves: Lance to arrowhead-shaped with bluish-green to grayish-green foliage covered in soft white hairs
- Flower: White flowers
- Seed: Heart-shaped capsule with two red-brown seeds

Protect your land by learning to identify this noxious w**d. If left unchecked, it can outcompete native grasses and flowers. Contact us today if you need help controlling Whitetop!

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04/15/2026

W**d Wednesday Spotlight: Oxeye Daisy

The oxeye daisy is a robust perennial wildflower characterized by its striking white ray petals surrounding a vibrant yellow central disc. Flourishing in open fields, meadows, and along roadsides, this flower showcases its cheerful appearance during the warmer months. While it is often celebrated for its visual appeal, the oxeye daisy can spread aggressively, potentially outcompeting native flora and altering local ecosystems. Its resilience allows it to thrive in diverse environments, making it a key consideration for landscape management and conservation efforts. Recognizing the balance of beauty and invasiveness, the oxeye daisy is a reminder of nature’s tenacity.

Identifying Features:
- Height: 1 to 2 ft tall
- Leaves: Basal and lower stem leaves with rounded teeth, 2 to 5 in long
- Flower: White flowers with a yellow center
- Seed: Black, ribbed seeds

From flowerbeds to mountain meadows, this persistent invader takes over cherished landscapes. Don’t let it push your buttons – give us a call!

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04/08/2026

W**d Wednesday Spotlight: Hoary Alyssum

This invasive w**d originates from Eastern Europe and Western Asia. Hoary Alyssum exhibits adaptability as both an annual and biennial, germinating from early spring to late fall through seed production. It thrives in dry, heavily grazed soils. Be cautious: if horses consume over 30% of this w**d, it can lead to severe health issues. Moreover, it outcompetes native forage, offering little nutritional value to livestock. Contact us if this w**d becomes a problem on your land!

Identifying Features:
- Height: 1 to 3.5 feet tall
- Root: Taproot
- Leaves: Greyish-green with star-shaped hairs, 1-2 inches long and slender
- Flower: White

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04/01/2026

W**d Wednesday Spotlight: Canada Thistle

This notorious w**d is the bane of many landscapes. Originating from Southeastern Europe and the Mediterranean, Canada Thistle spreads rapidly through seeds and an extensive horizontal root system, outcompeting native forage. Its infamous reputation earns it a spot on our logo.

Identifying Features:
- Height: 1 ft to 4ft tall
- Leaves: Alternate, wavy, and spine-tipped
- Flowers: Purple that fade to white

From flowerbeds to mountain meadows, this prickly invader takes over cherished landscapes. Don’t let it push your buttons – give us a call!

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03/25/2026

W**d Wednesday Spotlight: Leafy Spurge

This mean green and yellow machine loves to take hold in the rangelands of Montana. Originally from Eurasia, it arrived here in the early 1800s to stake its name on American soil. This perennial nuisance spreads aggressively thanks to its rhizomatous roots and its ability to produce up to 130 seeds.

It’s Identifying Features:
- Height: Up to 3 ft tall
- Leaves: Alternate, Narrow leaves
- Flowers: Yellow
- Has a white milky sap in the stems and leaves

Keep your eye out for these w**ds on your property. They can spread quick if not controlled. Make sure to give us a call if you need to free your rangeland from pesky w**ds.

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03/18/2026

W**d Wednesday Spotlight: Common Tansy

This w**d is easy to find if you know what you’re looking for. Tansy is common around southwest Montana. This perennial noxious w**d belongs to the Sunflower Family and is native to Eurasia. Even though it has historically been used for medicinal purposes, it can spread rampant if not controlled. Tansy is common along irrigation ditches and close to water, but can be found elsewhere.

It’s Identifying Features:
- Height: Ranges from 1 ft to 6ft tall
- Leaves: Leaves similar to ferns that alternate with a tooth like look at the ends of the leaves
- Flowers: Yellow

Though a few of these plants may not bug you, be careful as they have rhizomatous roots and can spread even if you keep them from seeding. Give us a call today if you’re having issues with this noxious w**d.

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03/11/2026

W**d Wednesday Spotlight: Houndstongue

If you’ve spent time outdoors in Montana, you’ve likely encountered Houndstongue. This biennial noxious w**d belongs to the Borage family and is native to Eurasia.

It’s Identifying Features:
- Height: Ranges from 1 ft to 4 ft tall
- Leaves: 12-inch long alternate leaves that get smaller towards the apex
- Flowers: Reddish purple flowers

Beware of its bur-like seeds—they’ll stick to you and your pets! Make sure to familiarize yourself with Houndstongue to protect your in Montana landscape. Give us a call today if you’re having issues with this pesky w**d.

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03/09/2026

Welcome to 406 W**d Control – your local w**d management experts right here in the Gallatin Valley!

Tired of battling those stubborn dandelions in your lawn? Dealing with leafy spurge taking over your pasture? Or just want healthier, greener ground without the hassle?
We’re here to help! From small backyard lawns and horse pastures to large ranches across Gallatin, Park, and Madison counties, we provide cost-effective, ecologically sound w**d control solutions that are safe for your family, pets, livestock, and the Montana environment we all love.
Whether it’s spot treatments, full pasture management, lawn fertilization + w**d control, or even snow removal in the winter – we’ve got the knowledge and equipment to get it done right.
Check out our website for more details on services, FAQs, and how to reach us:
https://406w**dcontrol.com/

Give us a like or share if you know someone who could use some w**d management on their property this season. Let’s keep Montana beautiful together!

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Our Mission at 406 W**d Control – To provide cost-effective and ecologically sound services for our customers with an emphasis on solutions that are safe for humans, animals, and the environment.

02/26/2026

406 W**d Control provides w**d and pasture management for Gallatin, Park, and Madison counties, as well as snow removal and lawn fertilization/w**d control in the Gallatin Valley.