What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryKnotweedDESCRIPTION: Knotweed is the common name given to a genus named Polygonum that includes around 130 different species that are almost all commonly referred to as knotweed or buckwheat. The most common species in the United States is the Japanese knotweed. This plant, native to East Asia, was introduced to North American …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryHenbitDESCRIPTION: Henbit is a weed that is found in almost every part of the world. It has small, purplish-pink flowers that grow in clusters and leaves that are shaped like a heart, with serrated edges. They grow low to the ground and spread out like a mat. It often appears in the …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryDandelionDESCRIPTION: Dandelions are probably the most famous (or infamous) weed in North America. They are very common and when their yellow flowers produce fluffy white seed heads children often blow them and make a wish. You can find Dandelions growing almost anywhere there is sunlight and water. They are most commonly found …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryCreeping CharlieDESCRIPTION: Creeping Charlie is an evergreen creeper in the mint family that grows close to the ground and spreads rapidly like a carpet. It has been known to completely take over lawns or gardens when not properly controlled. It is a pretty little plant that people either love or hate. SCIENTIFIC …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryChickweedDESCRIPTION: Chickweed is a small and delicate flowering herb that grows close to the ground and is often found in lawns and gardens that provide ample moisture. Chickweed has a long history of being used for medicinal purposes due to its anti-inflamatory and anti-itching effects. It has also been used in traditional …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryChamberbitterDESCRIPTION: Chamberbitter is a small weed that is native to tropical and subtropical regions that is fast-spreading and resiliant making it challenging to control. Indigenous communities in South America have long used this weed for treating liver problems and urinary tract infections. It is still used in traditional medicine in many parts …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryCanada ThistleDESCRIPTION: Canada Thistle is a weed that grows in much of North America. It has a deep root system and can spread quickly, making it extremely difficult to control. Moreover, the roots can grow both horizontally and vertically. The plant has prickly leaves and stems that are painful to touch, and …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryField BindweedDESCRIPTION: Field Bindweed is a creeping perennial weed with white or pink trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom from late spring to early autumn. It grows by twining around plants and can quickly form dense mats on the ground. The leaves are arrow-shaped and have a smooth texture. Field bindweed can be found …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryBroadleaf PlantainDESCRIPTION: Broadleaf Plantian is a common herbaceous plant. The plant is often considered a weed, but it has a long history of use in traditional medicine as a natural remedy for many common ailments, including skin irritations, respiratory issues, and digestive problems. It is also a popular food source for animals …
What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryBroadleaf DockDESCRIPTION: Broadleaf Dock is a type of weed that can grow up to 5ft tall. The plant is commonly found along roadsides, in fields, and gardens. It is considered invasive in some regions and is generally considered a nuissance plant because of its ability to quickly spread and compete with other …