How do I get rid of common purslane?

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Common purslane plants are easiest to manage when they are young, so inspect your garden regularly in order to notice their presence early. Once they establish, they are very difficult to control. Make sure to remove the plants before flowering and fruiting to prevent seed production. Their seeds are numerous and can spread very fast, so prevention is crucial for common purslane management. There is a number of methods you can use:   Soil solarization: Covering the moist soil with clear plastic sheet for 4 to 6 weeks before germination, when the days are very hot and the sun is strong, can be very effective in common purslane management. If the weeds have already flowered and bore fruits, then this method can also be used to prevent the seeds from germinating. Mulching: Mulches can also be used effectively for common purslane management. The mulch layer must be at least 8 cm deep to be an efficient barrier to seed development. Pulling out: Individual plants present in the garden are not hard to remove since the large masses of plant material usually come from a single plant. Find the roots and pull the plant from the ground before flowering or fruit maturity. If the soil is too dry, water it thoroughly to make it softer, which will help to remove the root system more efficiently. After that, deep tillage can be performed to remove the remaining roots. This method works particularly well for weeds that are low-growing, or in their seedling stages. Mowing: Mowing common purslane plants before they reach maturity can effectively control their spread. Especially when annual weeds are in question, frequent mowing can inhibit their growth and fruiting, and thus can remove them effectively until the next growing season. Plowing: Be sure to plow and pull out all roots before planting. The roots should be discarded, exposed to the sun for a long time, or buried deep. Discarded plant material can be used to make organic fertilizers and compost. Since common purslane does not cause harm to a good and healthy lawn, improving cultivation measures and cultivating a healthy and competitive lawn grass can control the growth of weeds.