Is milkweed poisonous to horses?
I’m so very sorry, that’s really unfortunate. <3 Milkweed poisioning symptoms: disorientation loss of muscular control spasming rapid and weak pulse respiratory paralysis but, it's rarely fatal. Step 1: Pull the weeds by hand, being sure to get the roots. Obviously, this is only feasible if you can cover the land in question on foot in a reasonable amount of time. Step 2: Mow the area on a regular basis to reduce the root reserves and prevent seed production. Mow every time the weeds reach a height of 8 to 12 inches and eventually the milkweeds will disappear. However, remember that this cycle of mowing may also eliminate other plants in the area. Step 3: Buy an herbicide designed to kill milkweed. Use the proper method to apply the herbicide during the appropriate time of year. The manager of your local gardening store can give you detailed information on various types of herbicides and their application methods. Here is a list of plants that are poisonous to horses:
