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what is this weed? #937475

Asked July 01, 2026, 11:39 AM EDT

Another question on a weed in our garden. For some reason we are not recognizing some of the things growing in our garden. (Maybe it is just we are getting older!!) You do such a good job though!!

Marshall County Minnesota

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Its common buckwheat.
https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/fagopyrum-esculentum/
https://www.minnesotawildflowers.info/flower/buckwheat

Linda G Tenneson, Benton County Extension Master Gardener & Tree Care Advisor Replied July 01, 2026, 11:46 AM EDT

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what is this weed? #937475

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