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Thursday, February 15, 2024

22 Weeds That Have Flowers

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): Bright yellow, cheerful blooms that transform into fluffy white seeds.

Chickweed (Stellaria media): Tiny white star-shaped flowers often carpeting damp areas.

Clover (Trifolium): Dainty white, pink, or red clover heads favored by bees.

Creeping buttercup (Ranunculus repens): Shiny yellow buttercup flowers dotting low-lying areas.

Wild violet (Viola): Delicate violet or blue flowers peeking from shaded corners.

Queen Anne's lace (Daucus carota): Large, white umbrella-shaped clusters attracting butterflies.

Oxalis (Oxalis): Tiny yellow flowers with clover-like leaves, sometimes called "shamrocks."

Common evening primrose (Oenothera biennis): Fragrant yellow flowers opening in the evening.

Creeping bellflower (Campanula rapunculoides): Blue bell-shaped flowers cascading down stems.

Common mallow (Malva neglecta): Pink, mauve, or white mallow flowers resembling miniature hollyhocks.

Nettle (Urtica dioica): Small greenish flowers, but be cautious of the stinging leaves!

Plantain (Plantago): Inconspicuous green flowers on tall spikes, with medicinal properties.

Purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria): Vibrant purple spikes attracting pollinators in wet areas.

Shepherd's purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris): Tiny white flowers in clusters, resembling tiny purses.

Spurge (Euphorbia): Diverse flower shapes and colors depending on the species, some with milky sap.

Thistle (Cirsium): Showy purple or pink thistle flowers, surrounded by spiky bracts.

Yellow dock (Rumex crispus): Greenish-yellow flowers in clusters on tall stalks.

Creeping veronica (Veronica filiformis): Dainty blue flowers blooming close to the ground.

Hawkweed (Hieracium): Bright yellow daisy-like flowers, with various species existing.

Borage (Borago officinalis): Star-shaped blue flowers with edible properties.

Black Medic (Medicago lupulina): This small, clover-like plant has yellow flowers that bloom in clusters. It is found in fields, wastelands, and disturbed areas.

Oxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare): This large daisy-like flower has white petals with a yellow center. It is found in meadows, roadsides, and wastelands.

Remember that some of these plants can be considered invasive in certain regions. Always be responsible and check local regulations before planting them.

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