Yellow Sweet Clover

What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryYellow Sweet CloverDESCRIPTION: Yellow sweet clover is a type of weed that is known for its yellow flowers and sweet fragrance. It is often found in fields and along roadsides, and can grow quite tall, up to 6 feet in some cases. Despite its sweet smell, it is not typically used for …

Wild Violet

What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryWild VioletDESCRIPTION: Wild violet is a plant that you might find growing in a forest or on the edge of a field. It has pretty heart-shaped leaves that look like they belong in a fairy tale. The flowers are a lovely purple or blue-violet color, and they might remind you of pansies …

White Clover

What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryWhite CloverDESCRIPTION: White clover, also known as “shamrock,” is a small plant with leaves made up of three small leaflets that are usually white or light green in color. It often grows in patches in lawns or fields and is easily recognizable by its distinctive shape. White clover is known for attracting …

Velvetleaf

What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryVelvetleafDESCRIPTION: Velvetleaf is a plant with big, soft, and fuzzy leaves that feel like velvet to the touch. The leaves are heart-shaped and can grow up to several inches wide. The plant itself can grow quite tall, sometimes reaching up to 6 feet in height. Its flowers are bright yellow and can …

Stinging Nettle

What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryStinging NettleDESCRIPTION: Stinging nettle is a wild plant that can be found in many parts of the world. It has long, pointy leaves with tiny hairs that can sting you if you touch them. The plant can grow up to several feet tall and is often found in areas with moist soil …

Smartweed

What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGallerySmartweedDESCRIPTION: Smartweed is a plant that grows in damp areas like wetlands, marshes, and the banks of streams or ponds. It’s a green, leafy plant that can grow up to 3 feet tall. When you touch or crush the leaves, they have a spicy or peppery smell. The flowers are small and …

Shepherd’s Purse

What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryShepherd’s PurseDESCRIPTION: Shepherd’s purse is a type of weed that is commonly found in gardens, fields, and other open spaces. It has small, white flowers and distinctive seed pods that are shaped like tiny purses, hence the name. Despite being a weed, shepherd’s purse is actually edible and has been used for …

Sandbur

What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGallerySandburDESCRIPTION: Sandbur is a type of grass that is commonly found in warm regions of the world. It has long, narrow leaves and can grow up to a few feet tall. Some variations of the species have sharp seed heads that can stick to clothing or animal fur, hence the many common …

Ragweed

What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryRagweedDESCRIPTION: Ragweed is a type of plant that can be found in many parts of the world, especially in North America. It usually grows in fields, meadows, and along roadsides, and it’s quite tall and bushy with green leaves and stems. One thing that makes ragweed stand out is that it produces …

Purslane

What keeps it from happening?What kills it?Return to WeedsGalleryPurslaneDESCRIPTION: Purslane has small, succulent leaves that are green and slightly shiny, and sometimes tinged with a reddish hue. Purslane is often found in gardens, lawns, and other outdoor spaces, and is known for its ability to grow in a variety of conditions, including hot and dry environments. It’s ability to withstand …