Although cattle avoid grazing the species, yellow toadflax contains a poisonous glucoside harmful to cattle if consumed in large quantities. … It was first introduced into the United States from Wales during colonial time as an ornamental species and to make yellow dye, and escaped from colonial gardens (Mitich 1993).Read More →
No pruning is necessary, though some gardeners prefer to remove the dark seed pods as part of their Baptisia plant care regimen. Others like the look of the dark pods and leave them as contrast in the garden. Is Baptisia a perennial? Baptisia australis is a tough, dependable, long-lived perennial.Read More →
Uncinia Rubra, otherwise known as Red Hook Sedge, is a brilliant and popular evergreen perennial grass originating from New Zealand. How do you prune Uncinia rubra? Plant Care These ornamental grasses are Evergreen: Comb or rake off any old, tired or dead leaves and flowers in spring. If needed evergreensRead More →
Is leatherleaf mahonia invasive? They often crowd out native plant species. Leatherleaf mahonia is a Chinese import, has naturalized throughout the southeastern U.S., and is now considered invasive. How do you grow leatherleaf mahonia? They appreciate shade and prefer a location with partial or full shade. Plant leatherleaf mahonia plantsRead More →
Red bistort, Persicaria amplexicaulis, is a semi-evergreen, clump-forming perennial from which long, slender spikes clustered with tiny, fluffy, crimson-red flowers appear from midsummer. Is Persicaria Superba invasive? About this cultivar: It spreads but doesn’t take over. It keeps weeds down without become invasive and even if it does, it isRead More →
Little bluestem plant is a native grass to North America. … It is a prolific self-seeder and can become invasive with little bluestem in lawns a major competitor to traditional turf grass. Read on for little bluestem information so you can decide if this interesting plant is right for yourRead More →
After changing into a hospital gown, you’ll meet your nurse. They’ll place an intravenous (IV) catheter into one of your veins, usually in your hand or arm. The IV will be used to give you anesthesia (medication to make you sleep) during your procedure. How long does a transesophageal echocardiogramRead More →
Swamp Milkweed eventually matures to forms clumps up to 36″ across. You can plant them closer and then thin the plants as they grow in, or, plant Swamp Milkweed and its cultivars between 30” and 36” apart. Does Swamp milkweed come back every year? These native milkweed are perennials, meaningRead More →
Ligustrums, commonly called privets, have many desirable ornamental qualities, but their aggressive, invasive nature causes concern. University researchers have responded with breeding programs to develop noninvasive privet varieties. You can reap the rewards of those efforts in your yard. Does Ligustrum have deep roots? Some of the benefits of theRead More →
What are 3 characteristics of invasive species? Fast growth. Rapid reproduction. High dispersal ability. Phenotype plasticity (the ability to alter growth form to suit current conditions) Tolerance of a wide range of environmental conditions (Ecological competence) Are invasive species good competitors? Invasive plants often appear to be more competitive thanRead More →