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I have this fireweed plant growing in my garden bed that is variegated. Is this normal?
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Abnormal Fireweed plant? #872331
Asked June 09, 2024, 9:15 PM EDT
I have this fireweed plant growing in my garden bed that is variegated. Is this normal?
Washington County Oregon
Expert Response
Thank you for your question, Elizabeth. I can find no research on this phenomenon, and, because fireweed is considered an invasive species, it is unlikely there will be any. This aberrant striping is often caused by a virus, but OSU has no resources on the topic. This is it: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/gardening/pollinators/chamaenerion-angustifolium-fireweed
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