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Coppertone Growth Weird Leaves #749366
Asked May 11, 2021, 5:05 PM EDT
Hi,
Have a coppertone that is growing odd leaves. Is this actually a growth or a different plant, like a weed? This coppertone was planted in 2020 but was damaged in February 2021 freeze. However, when I pruned the dead segments off the coppertone, saw this growing alongside it. Was not sure if it was a weed or a deformed part of the plant courtesy of the freeze.
Thanks
Bexar County Texas
Expert Response
That appears to be a weed or sapling coming up next to it. It is not a coppertone plant that is for sure.
You can dig it up or pull it up. If you leave it, it will eventually outcompete your plant for water and shade it out/kill it.