The herbicides Treflan, Dual and Poast may be used for grass control while Basagran and Pursuit may be used to control broadleaves. It is essential to spray broadleaf weeds early for effective control. Consult the Cooperative Extension publication, MP 44, for herbicides that may be used on peas. To control, plant when soil temperatures and weather conditions are ideal for plant growth or use the appropriate seed treatments. Also, avoid seeds that may carry fungi by using high-quality treated seeds.
Fusarium wilt infects Southern peas.
Symptoms of Fusarium wilt include stunted and wilted plants and brick red tissue in stems that are split lengthwise. The best control of Fusarium wilt is the use of resistant varieties. Root-knot nematodes infect roots which become knotted and galled. Do not confuse galled roots with nodulating bacteria. Symptoms of nematode infected plants appear as nutrient deficiencies, stunting and wilting.