Those Pesky Weeds!!

Weeds!

Removing weeds becomes pertinent as summer arrives in full swing. Remove them before they get out of control!

What are weeds? Any plant not desired in its current location. There are annual weeds, biennial weeds and perennial weeds.

Above: Broadleaf Plantain

The Spruce offers lots of photos and descriptions to identify 42 common weeds. The Rutgers Cooperative Extension also has a well organized list complete with photos. Educate yourself to better understand what is happening in your garden, weather flowers or food.

Above: Mugwort

Rutgers Cooperative Extension also offers advice on weed control from hand removal to herbicides.

For additional reading, an excellent article on weeds is here.

Above: Lambsquarters