Mar 8, 2011 · What happens when the habits of history and the studies of scientists are completely at odds? Makes you wonder, doesn't it?

Mar 13, 2013 · Virginia creeper is a plant that generates profoundly different opinions among gardeners. Some call it desirable. Some call it invasive, while others mistakenly call it poison ivy.

May 8, 2013 · The fragrant sweet violet, Viola odorata, is often accused of the invasive crimes of its wild relative, but it is a European import, although widely naturalized, while the common wild blue violet, …

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. …

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, …

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 …

Jul 20, 2018 · The cut-vine method makes it possible to treat a whole plant with an intense herbicide without spraying it all over both your favorite tree and the invasive vine. Instead of widespread …

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

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 …

Mar 21, 2013 · Fall is an excellent time to assess the landscape for those sometimes attractive invasive species that surreptitiously get into our gardens. When most other plants are fading, drooping, and …