Tag Archives: plant identification

Ragweed – Plant Identification

Could you tell me if the plant in the attached picture is Ragweed. As a sufferer of seasonal allergies I would like to stay away from trails where I see this plant. Many thanks for your help.…

Suckering Rose of Sharon

  The picture shown below is either growing out of my Rose of Sharon tree or another tree beginning – I really don’t want more trees where this one is – what is it – what do I do about…

Plant w/brown leaves for years

My plant is approximately 4 feet and it has had brown leaves for years. It grows inside our Toronto condo where the sun is and the soil is probably loam but dries easily. I forgot the name of the plant,…

Unidentified Squash Variety

Hi. I planted squash this year for first time. Given limited space, I used a trellis and the plants are thriving. I have many flowers that are producing fruit. One got off to a very fast start and I have…

Hairy Fuzz on a Tree Id

Hello I was asked about this tree variety and what the hairy fuzz is that is growing all over it. I though someone in the master gardeners may know. Would appreciate your help. Thanks…

Mystery flower – Geum

Hi, The new home owner says these came up in the spring – east facing. Thoughts on what they are? Thanks!…

Unknown Plant – Sunflower

Attached are pictures of Plants – Is this a plant or a weed. If a plant what is it and does it flower.…

Mystery plant and mystery tulip muncher

The picture is of a plant with red, fleshy stalks and early blooming yellow flowers. I haven’t been able to identify it and thus know whether to eradicate it as there are a few in our Urban garden in Peterborough.…