Weed library - Stinging Nettles / Annual Nettle (Urtica urens)


Stinging nettle is an annual herb which is commonly found around stock yards and under trees where livestock congregate.

The plant is covered with rigid stinging hairs.



Herbicide Control Options

Step 1. Select your situation

Control Tips


  • Spray young, actively growing plants
  • For Hand Gun Spraying: Spray to thoroughly wet all the foliage but not to cause run off

  • DO NOT spray when the plant is stressed (i.e. Drought, physical damage, insect damage etc)

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