Rebels of the Plant World
One day, a wise man introduced me to the thorny debate surrounding the use of the term weed. Whether weContinue Reading
Category: Weeds
Where did the dandelion go?
A few weeks ago I was doing a little research on a glorious plant well known to all, the dandelion.Continue Reading
Long Live Messy Gardens!
Having been a horticulturist working in the field of communications for more than 20 years already, I’m often asked ifContinue Reading
Sheep Sorrel: Tangy Taste, But Thuggish Behavior
I have good news and bad. The good? Your plant is edible and even delicious. The bad? It’s also aContinue Reading
Did I Plant a Monster?
In the spring, Japanese butterbur has none of its impressive summer appearance. But unimpressive or not, it could still turnContinue Reading
The First Weed of Spring?
By Larry Hodgson I just know you’re so looking forward to this: the blooming of the first weed of spring!Continue Reading
The Strawberry Plant That Isn’t?
By Larry Hodgson Question: In the lawn of our backyard, there is a small plant which resembles a tiny strawberryContinue Reading
Garden Myth: Weeds that Indicate the Soil’s pH
Dandelions, like most weeds, will grow in pretty much any soil. Photo: Sergeant, depositphotos By Larry Hodgson Many gardeners claimContinue Reading
Eliminating Goutweed While Saving Your Other Plants
The green-leaf form of goutweed (Aegopodium podagraria). Photo: martiroz, depositphotos By Larry Hodgson Question: I have a serious problem. Green goutweed isContinue Reading
A Beautiful Wildflower That Can Become A Menace
By Larry Hodgson Question: I’m sending you a photo of a very beautiful plant that I would like you to identifyContinue Reading