
The Knotty Problem of Invasive Japanese Knotweed
Jun 10, 2025 · This weed can keep too much of your landscape "tied up!" Back in the 19 th century physician and plant explorer Phillip Franz von Siebold introduced Japanese knotweed into Europe. …
Identifying Invasive Plants: Elaeagnus umblellata, Autumn Olive
Dec 10, 2016 · It is Invasive Species Awareness Week and we're spotlighting some that are often offered for sale commercially. Many of these plants are attractive and easy to grow. The autumn …
Invasive Succulents in My Yard - Dave's Garden
Mar 9, 2013 · In awareness of National Invasive Species Week earlier this month, I thought I would discuss some species I have personal experience with that most don't normally think of as invasive, …
Invasive Weeds: Creeping Buttercup - Dave's Garden
Jun 29, 2009 · A field of white daisies and yellow buttercups is a lovely sight to behold. But if creeping buttercup finds its way into your gardens, you've got trouble with a capital
Fig Buttercup - Invasive, Yet Useful - Dave's Garden
Mar 19, 2014 · An Invasive Welcome at the Dinner Table In Romania, fig buttercup isn't considered invasive thanks to its culinary use in salads and soups and also of its medicinal use.
Japanese Barberry Linked to Lyme Disease: What ... - Dave's Garden
Jul 14, 2014 · The Maine project mentioned above implies similar results with the elimination of other invasive plants that clog forest edges in northeastern US. Overpopulation of deer is linked to …
Mock Strawberries - Dave's Garden
Dec 22, 2017 · Mock strawberry plants are decidedly invasive in nature. Scientifically, the plant is known as Duchesnea indica, but it's also sometimes referred to as Potentilla indica. This genus is different …
Identifying Invasives: The Ligustrums; Privets - Dave's Garden
May 6, 2017 · We have a responsibility to limit potentially harmful or invasive plants in our neighborhoods and by educating ourselves, we become better stewards of the land. It is much better …
Invasive Weeds: Spiny Amaranth, Amaranthus spinosus
Aug 27, 2016 · One of my earliest barefoot memories is stepping on a dead and dried stickerweed in the garden. They blend in so well with their surroundings that you don't see them until it is too late. …
Think Twice about Leatherleaf Mahonia - Dave's Garden
Mar 22, 2013 · It can self sow. Although only a few states have listed it as invasive or noxious, one would think there is potential for leatherleaf mahonia to expand its range. A Dave's Garden user in …