Barnyard Grass
Common Name
Barnyard Grass, Cockspur Grass, Barnyard Millet, Water Grass
Scientific Name
Echinochloa crus-galli
Family
Poaceae
Lifecycle
Barnyard Grass has a summer annual life cycle. Seed of this species begins to germinate in spring and continues through early summer.
Seasons of Growth
Spring - Summer
Key Distinguishing Feature
This plant can grow to 1.5 m in height and has long, flat leaves which are often purplish at the base. Most stems are upright, but some will spread out over the ground. Stems are flattened at the base. The seed heads are a distinctive feature, often purplish, with large millet-like seeds in crowded spikelets.
Barnyard Grass is a type of wild grass. It is commonly known as cockspur (or cockspur grass), barnyard millet, Japanese millet, water grass, common barnyard grass, or simply "barnyard grass" This plant can grow to 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in) in height and has long, flat leaves which are often purplish at the base.
Key Products for Control:
Crabgrass & Clover Killer Follow label for rates - *DO NOT COVER SPRAY on Buffalo and Kikuyu lawns - Spot spray only.
For 6-months weed germination prevention, we recommend Pre-Emergent Herbicides, such as; Spartan, Barricade, or Onset.
