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Asked May 26, 2021, 7:19 PM EDT

I know this is just a weed, but what is it? Does it flower?

Cecil County Maryland

Expert Response

This looks like mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris). Yes, it does produce flowers; this page has photos of what they look like. 
https://www.marylandbiodiversity.com/view/4203

This is an invasive perennial weed that is difficult to eradicate once it is established. It can reproduce from small root fragments left in the soil, as well as by seed dispersal. More information is available here: https://extension.umd.edu/resource/mugwort

This publication from the University of Connecticut provides more details: https://cipwg.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/244/2016/10/Mugwort-Poster-10-10-16-36x48Landscaperevised.pdf

Christa

Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied May 27, 2021, 8:40 AM EDT
thank you Cr
HIsta!
I am trying to naturalize parts of my very small yard and this guy seemed to take over this year!
Take care!
Thanks again!
Have a great day !
On 05/27/2021 8:40 AM Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:
 
 
The Question Asker Replied May 27, 2021, 8:55 AM EDT

You're welcome.

Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied May 27, 2021, 10:41 AM EDT

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