RVRMA uses natural methods to choke out weeds such as aeration, fertilizing, overseeding, and topdressing. Herbicide use is necessary to control weed growth, but we do try to use these methods conscientiously.
Bindweed, crabgrass, clover, dandelion, and thistle are present throughout the community. Some areas are in better shape than others. With the advice of the town of Carbondale, at this time we will not be applying herbicides to the turf in Triangle Park or Orchard Park.
If you opted out of spraying last year, you would remain on the opt-out list—homeowners who opt out will be required to maintain a weed-free property using alternative methods such as manual removal. That also applies to the Right of Way which may be in front of your lot/unit. Homeowners have varied perspectives concerning weed control. If you select to opt out, please keep in mind that many community members have an expectation that the neighborhood looks professionally maintained, and many are sensitive to weeds and Dandelion proliferation, particularly as the seeds can easily spread beyond your own lot boundary.
RVRMA uses a QS Licensed company to apply herbicides in accordance to all regulations. Herbicide selections were made to be as environmentally sensitive as possible while still exhibiting efficacy to achieve the aesthetic expectations that many community members expect. You can find SDS sheets on the herbicides used below. By treating turf with some regularity, we can avoid excessive treatments that would be necessary if broadleaf weeds were allowed to proliferate. While manual methods of weed pulling are possible on smaller scales, RVRMA manages roughly 48 acres of of landscaping. We now apply organic pet-friendly fertilizers throughout the HOA in combination with aeration, in an effort to be as environmentally friendly as possible. In order to keep the community looking a way that many residents expect, management must consider the cost of lawn care, using methods with great efficacy, while being as environmentally friendly as possible to achieve the expectations of the community at large.
If you would like to be added to our opt-out list or have any questions, please email Travis.Green@rvrma.org
Notable Articles:
Winter Gardening and Education Opportunities
Relevant Updates:
For all maintenance and irrigation issues please call the front desk or email Travis Green at Travis.green@rvrma.org.
RVR Irrigation Education:
The History of Irrigation Billing
Schedules and Technical Data:
2025 Turf Aeration and Fertilization Schedule
SDS Sheets for herbicides/fertilizers used:
Alpha Lawn II Fertilizer Information
APA website concerning Super Trimec Active Ingredient
General Fact Sheet Concerning Super Trimec Active Ingredient
Spot Spraying of Vacant Lots (Noxious Weeds):