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Can you identify this horrible weed? #872088
Asked June 07, 2024, 2:16 PM EDT
Ulster County New York
Expert Response
Monica,
It is Galium aparine. It is a fast grower and can be hand pulled or hoed out. It is best to pull it out now as it looks like the flowers are starting to open, the seeds can remain viable for a couple years.
https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/catchweed-bedstraw-galium-aparine/
Good luck,
Cynthia B, MGV