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Questions and Answers: 2015

Question: I have this plant taking over a corner of my vegetable and herb garden. Can you tell me what it …

  • Question

    I have this plant taking over a corner of my vegetable and herb garden. Can you tell me what it is? I'm located on the south coast of British Columbia.

    Answer

    Dear primetime, I do not know for certain what your plant is, but it does resemble some members of the genus Helianthus (sunflower), and some species do grow aggressively. If you will be allowing some of these to flower, please send more images (posting them here or use my email address: ahaines[at]newenglandwild.org) and I can give you a more informed answer. Best wishes.