Whitetop (Hoary Cress) Control in Residential Situations

Authors

Taun Beddes, Utah State UniversityFollow
Michael Caron, Utah State UniversityFollow
Jacob Hadfield, Utah State UniversityFollow
Corey Ransom, Utah State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

6-10-2024

Abstract

Whitetop (Lepidium draba, formerly Cardaria draba) is a persistent, perennial weed that grows in open, sunny areas. It spreads by seeds and rhizomes, enabling it to spread by several feet in a single season. It is common in wildlands, agricultural, and residential areas. It rapidly spreads into unhealthy lawns, landscape beds, and vegetable gardens. This fact sheet provides information on identification, lifecycle, landscape damage, and suppression and control options.

Recommended Citation

Beddes, T., Caron, M., Hadfield, J., & Ransom, C. (2024). Whitetop (hoary cress) control in residential situations [Fact sheet]. Utah State University Extension.