TAPE GRASS OR VALLISNERIA

Tape Grass or Vallisneria is deeply rooted in the bottom soil and has long ribbon-like leaves up to several feet in diameter. Also, a distinguishing feature is a long slender coiled peduncles which bear small minute flowers that rise to the surface and become free-floating. Tape-grass flowers in the summer and fall. Control is difficult. Nautique at the higher suggested label rates may be your best choice.