- Written by: Forest Greenwood
- Category: Weed handbook for the garden and orchard
Description: Bugleweed, scientifically known as Ajuga reptans, is a low-growing perennial plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. Native to Europe, Bugleweed has become popular in landscaping for its attractive foliage and colorful flower spikes. It is known for forming dense ground covers and is commonly used in gardens, borders, and shady areas.
- Written by: Forest Greenwood
- Category: Weed handbook for the garden and orchard
Description: Canada Thistle, scientifically known as Cirsium arvense, is a persistent and invasive perennial weed that belongs to the Asteraceae family. Also referred to as Creeping Thistle or Prickly Thistle, this plant is recognized for its aggressive growth and ability to colonize a wide range of habitats. Native to Europe and Asia, Canada Thistle has become a problematic weed in many regions worldwide.
- Written by: Forest Greenwood
- Category: Weed handbook for the garden and orchard
Description: Canadian Fleabane, scientifically known as Conyza canadensis, is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. This plant is native to North America but has become widespread globally. Canadian Fleabane is known for its rapid growth, adaptability to various environments, and its tendency to develop resistance to herbicides, posing challenges in agricultural and natural settings.
- Written by: Forest Greenwood
- Category: Weed handbook for the garden and orchard
Description: Chickweed, scientifically known as Stellaria media, is an annual or winter annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family. It is characterized by its small, delicate leaves, paired opposite each other on the stem. The plant produces tiny, star-shaped white flowers with deeply notched petals. Chickweed is a versatile and adaptable weed, found in a variety of environments globally.
- Written by: Forest Greenwood
- Category: Weed handbook for the garden and orchard
Description: Corn Cockle, scientifically known as Agrostemma githago, is an annual flowering plant belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family. Known for its attractive, bright purple flowers, this plant was once a common weed in wheat fields. However, modern agricultural practices and increased awareness of its toxicity have led to efforts to control its presence.
- Written by: Forest Greenwood
- Category: Weed handbook for the garden and orchard
Description: Couch Grass, scientifically known as Agropyron repens, is a perennial grass species belonging to the Poaceae family. Also referred to as quackgrass or witchgrass, it is recognized for its aggressive and invasive nature. This grass species has a rhizomatous growth habit, enabling it to spread rapidly and form dense colonies in various environments.
- Written by: Forest Greenwood
- Category: Weed handbook for the garden and orchard
Description: Couch Wheatgrass, scientifically known as Elytrigia repens, is a perennial grass species belonging to the Poaceae family. Also commonly referred to as Dog Grass, this plant is known for its creeping rhizomes and ability to form dense, persistent mats. While it has some forage value for livestock, Couch Wheatgrass is often considered a weed due to its invasive nature in lawns, gardens, and agricultural fields.
