Is this a weed? New homeowner. - Ask Extension
Little clusters of this is growing in my backyard in the gardens and on the edges of the lawn and sidewalk. I have not been able to identify if here o...
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Is this a weed? New homeowner. #631110
Asked May 04, 2020, 3:17 PM EDT
Little clusters of this is growing in my backyard in the gardens and on the edges of the lawn and sidewalk. I have not been able to identify if here or with Google. The photo was taken today. What is the name of this plant please?
Mary Mayer
Hennepin County Minnesota
Expert Response
Yes, I believe it is a weed, it appears to be yellow rocket. https://www.minnesotawildflowers.info/flower/garden-yellow-rocket
There is a native yellow rocket, the difference is that the native species has a slightly hairy leaf. https://www.minnesotawildflowers.info/flower/american-yellow-rocket
Neither plants are really attractive for the home garden though.
There is a native yellow rocket, the difference is that the native species has a slightly hairy leaf. https://www.minnesotawildflowers.info/flower/american-yellow-rocket
Neither plants are really attractive for the home garden though.
