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The practical guide on how to actually control cedar

The practical guide on how to actually control cedarCedar, more accurately known as juniper, can be tricky to control. It is a very aggressive woody plant that grows here in Texas as well as in other places. It is often considered invasive because, if left unchecked, it can quickly take over a pasture, choking out any grass growth.

Along with quickly taking over a pasture, it is a very thirsty plant. They can soon suck a spring dry leaving you with no water. I knew a rancher near here that when he started removing cedars on his place, he had a spring start producing water again.

While controlling cedar is possible, it is not a one-and-done type of thing. It will take many applications to get this little pest under control.

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The best ways on how to control prickly pear

The best ways on how to control prickly pearPrickly pear, as well as other cactus species, is a common problem in pastures. It is not an uncommon sight to have many cacti growing out in a pasture. They can interfere with the movement of livestock and cause serious health problems.

Along with this, they can overtake a pasture very quickly and strangle out more desirable forages. Once they have taken hold, it will take a lot of work and many years in order to get them under control. Even with all of the work that you can put in, you will never get rid of them completely.

Because of this, they pose a very serious problem for livestock producers wherever they appear. Here are some things to consider before controlling this troublesome plant.

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How to actually reclaim your pasture back from cedar

How to actually reclaim your pasture back from cedarCedar, more accurately known as juniper, can be tricky to control. It is a very aggressive woody plant that grows here in Texas as well as in other places. It is often considered invasive because, if left unchecked, it can quickly take over a pasture choking out any grass growth.

Along with quickly taking over a pasture, it is a very thirsty plant. They can soon suck a spring dry leaving you with no water. I knew a rancher near here that when he started removing cedars on his place, he had a spring start producing water again.

While getting control of cedar is possible, it is not a one-and-done type of thing. It will take many applications to get this little pest under control.

Continue reading