Frequently Asked Questions

What are noxious weeds?

Noxious weeds are plants that are not native to Idaho. They are incredibly destructive to the local ecology, livestock, crop yield, and the natural landscape. A plant is placed on the noxious weed list after the state has determined that it can cause considerable damage to wildlife, agriculture, health, and recreation.

Weeds can be introduced to the local environment through seed dispersal. Seeds can travel on clothes, equipment, animals, etc. Others are introduced as garden ornamentals or as aquatic plants for aquariums.

What is the Idaho Noxious weed law? Does Blaine County have a Noxious Weed Ordinance?

Blaine County Ordinance

County Ordinance 2016-01: On February 23rd the Board of County Commissions unanimously passed County ordinance number 2016-01 (PDF), declaring certain plant species as County noxious weeds, prohibiting the sale, planting, and possession of any plant on the County noxious weed list, and providing penalties for violations. Plants included on the County noxious weed list include Japanese Yew (Taxus cuspidata), European or English Yew (Taxus baccata), and Chinese Yew (Taxus chinensis) and their hybrids. The ordinance is effective as of March 2, 2016.

Idaho Law

Idaho Code, Title 22 Chapter 24- Noxious Weeds

Administrative Rules: Noxious Weeds, IDPA 02.06.22

What are the noxious weeds in Blaine County?

There are 25 known noxious weeds in Blaine County.

Black Henbane
Canada thistle
Curlyleaf Pondweed
Dalmation Toadflax
Diffuse knapweed
Dyer’s Woad
Field Bindweed
Hoary Alyssum
Houndstongue
Johnsongrass
Jointed Goatgrass
Leafy spurge
Mediterranean Sage
Oxeye daisy
Perennial Pepperweed
Perennial Sowthistle
Poison hemlock
Puncturevine
Rush Skelatonweed
Russian knapweed
Scotch Thistle
Spotted Knapweed
Vipers Bugloss
Hoary Cress
Yellow Toadflax

Is there a list of pesticide applicators in the County?

Blaine County Weed Control offers this list as a service to property owners seeking to identify weed control contractors in Blaine County. This is only a partial list of applicators available in the area. For additional resources, consult the yellow pages under weed control or landscaping.

AK Pest Management: 208-450-9052
Gil’s Landscape & Maintenance, LLC: 208-721-7995
A Step Above Landscaping: 208-578-9506
Big Wood Landscaping: 208-726-4167
Clearwater Landscaping: 208-726-9412
Cooper Landscaping Services: 208-726-6026*
Evergreen Landscaping: 208-726-5267
Millennial Landscaping Services: 208-578-0500
Webb Landscape: 208-788-2066
Organic Solutions: 208-578-3622
Environmental Resources: 208-788-9314
Mother Earth Landscape Care: 208-471-0215
Pasture Care A-Z: 208-308-8386

Can you help me identify a weed?

Yes! We would love you to visit at 206 1st Avenue South Suite 306, Hailey, ID 83333. Please call ahead to ensure that we are in the office. The number is 208-788-5543.

What is the best time to start preparing for weeds?

Generally, preparing for weeds is often best in early spring and late fall. We approach each weed species differently. Please call in 208-788-5543 for recommendations and the best course of action.

Can the Blaine County Noxious Weed Department spray my pasture or lawn for weeds?

Though Blaine County does not spray residential lawns, we do have a list of applicators.

Can you tell me the chemical that was sprayed?

We would be happy to answer any questions you have! Noxious weed location, proximity to water, and type of weed determines what chemical is used. Please call 208-788-5543 with the weed, location, and proximity of water so we can accurately answer your question.