Broomfield Weeds
This class A yellow-flowering riparian weed has recently been found at Frank Varra
Yellow Flag Iris
Where is Josh's Pond Located?
Lac Amora
What does EPA Stand for?
Environmental Protection Agency
Name a Physical Management Method
Seed head removal, hand-pulling, others
What types of weeds typically start their first year as a rosette?
Biannuals
Our main goal for Class A weeds
Eradication
Which Broomfield Rec. Center is located near the Commons and Tom Frost Reservoir?
Paul Derda Rec. Center
What are the two classifications of pesticides?
Restricted and General Use
Name a mechanical weed management method
Barriars, mowing, chaining, weedwhipping, etc.
What type of weed goes through its' entire life span in a single year?
Annuals
These Yellow, waxy plants contain milky latex that is caustic to skin. Be sure to wear gloves and glasses when removing them!
Spurges (Cypress Spurge, Myrtle Spurge)
Which shared property has historic farm buildings, a pond, trails, and community gardens?
Metzger Farm Open Space
This 1927 act requires all pesticides be registered with the EPA based on risk to health and the environment, not just how effective they are.
Federal Environmental Pesticide Control Act (FEPCA)
Name A Biological control method
Grazing, Insect predator introduction,
What are the two major classifications by weed leaf types?
Monocots (Grasses) and Dicots (Broadleaves)
Why do we eradicate A list species?
To protect neighboring communities, protect agricultural crops, save money, etc.
Near what large distant reservoir do we often see Rattlesnakes? Use Caution!
Great Western
What does National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) do?
Protects from pesticide discharge near\in water bodies
Name a chemical weed management method
Herbicide spraying,
Name Characteristics of Broadleaf Weeds
Leaf veins in a net pattern,
Which prostrate C list weed forms mats that contain sharp, spiney burs that puncture bike tires and can injure pets and livestock?
Puncturevine
Which Open Space features a restored farmhouse, community gardens, a pond, and has recently been planted with 30+ acres of native forbs and grasses?
The Field
First enacted in 1947, what act set standards for labeling, use, safety, record keeping, and environmental safety?
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
Name a cultural management method
Crop Rotation, pruning, treatment timing, no-till farming, etc.
Name characteristics of grasses (monocots)
Leaves have parallel veins