Weed Varieties

Smart and weed are two words that nobody but critters like seeing together. The aquatic smartweed is no doubt a great food source for wildlife. …

The first five letters of the scientific name for poison ivy, Toxicodendron radicans, say all you need to know. Contact with less than a grain …

It’s fair to say that most people are drawn to flowers with colorful petals and unique features. Many don’t know that sometimes the prettiest flowers …

Naturally, you’re inclined to remove plants and weeds that are known to be invasive, noxious, and toxic. There’s no question about it. However, the Curly …

Weeds in your landscape are bad enough, but weeds that multiply if you pull them up by hand? That’s even worse! Such is the Canada …

The Bittersweet Vine is a fascinating plant, known for its beauty and vigor but also for its potentially invasive nature. These climbing vines are native …

Common purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is a low-growing, succulent plant that thrives in warm climates. Often considered a weed, it is actually a versatile and nutritious …

If you suffer from allergies, then you know about ragweed.  Specifically, you know what a nightmare it is when this plant shows up and grows …

A somewhat deceptive weed, bindweed presents itself as a harmless vine with beautiful flowers sprouting from the soil…until it strangles your favorite plants! This lovely …

Weeds already have a bad reputation, but when one has a name like “stinging nettle,” it’s even worse! You might be tempted to write this …