Shepherds Purse
Common Name
Shepherds Purse
Scientific Name
Capsella bursa-pastoris
Family
Brassicaceae
Lifecycle
Annual
Seasons of Growth
Autumn / Winter / Spring
Key Distinguishing Feature
Rosette with distinctive lobed leaves.
An annual herb to 400mm tall with star and simple hairs, a basal rosette of leaves and erect stems bearing heart shaped pods. White shaped petalled flowers appear in Winter and Spring. Germination occurs in Autumn to early winter or spring.
Key Products for Control:
Please contact the LawnPride Support Team to discuss available options.
Contact us via email: info@lawnpride.com.au, or Phone: +61 479 086 039.
For 6-months weed germination prevention, we recommend Pre-Emergent Herbicides, such as; Spartan, Barricade, or Onset.