Cattails
Identifying Cattails
Physical Characteristics
Aquatic, perennial herb, 5 to 6 feet tall from large, creeping rhizomes.
Leaves:
- Arranged & straight
- Immobile
- Linear
- Fleshy
Flowers:
- In a long, dense cylindrical spike
- Spike at end of stem
Fruit:
- Long-stalked small nut
Seeds:
- In the air
Stem:
- Simple
- Jointless
Controlling Cattails In Lakes And Ponds
Physical Management of Cattails
Cattails have a root system which means the roots need to be destroyed to prevent the plant from coming back.
Products To Physically Manage Cattails
- Aquatic Vegetation Groomer (AVG)
The AVG is a gas powered underwater aquatic weed cutter that was especially designed to cut down cattails at their root base. It uses two circular reciprocating blades which prevents it from getting tangled up like other weed whacker products sold online.
The AVG can be used in water depths up to 4 feet and comes with a 2 year warranty. It has a powerful 24 cc 2-cycle engine and a sealed gear box to keep it running smooth for years to come. Additionally, we have an optional shoulder strap and an optional float mount available to make the job of cutting down cattails that much easier.
Herbicide Control of Cattails
Herbicide control is a great option for Cattail control because you can literally apply the herbicide and then sit back and let it do its work. Most herbicides can control Cattail throughout the season and only needs to be applied once a year.
Herbicide Products To Control Cattails
CattBite Herbicide is highly effective at eradicating cattails at their roots, ensuring they do not return for years. Its active ingredient, Glyphosate† N-(phosphonomethyl) glycine, isopropylamine salt, has been demonstrated to be practically non-toxic to freshwater invertebrates. After applying CattBite Herbicide, you should begin to see results within 2 to 4 days, with your cattail problem typically resolved within 7 to 10 days. To achieve optimal results, it is crucial to ensure there is no rainfall for at least 6 hours post-application.