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Is this a weed? #341229

Asked July 09, 2016, 8:04 PM EDT

This plant appeared in my garden. I believe it is a weed but I haven't been able to identify it on your website. It has yellow flowers and stands at least 8 ft tall. Thanks!

Anoka County Minnesota

Expert Response

This is common mullein (Verbascum thapsus) and yes, it is considered a weed. You will want to remove it before it sets seed as each capsule can release 600 seeds. It is a biennial meaning the first year plant is just foliage and it blooms and release seed the second year.




Julie Weisenhorn, Extension Educator - Horticulture University of Minnesota Replied July 11, 2016, 4:57 PM EDT

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