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  • July Weed of the Month: Pale swallow-wort

    Julia Dellick, Minnesota Department of Agriculture|Jul 4, 2023

    Pale swallow-wort (Cynanchum rossicum) is a noxious weed; an herbaceous perennial vine that can grow up to 7 feet long. The leaves are oval to heart-shaped with a pointed tip, shiny, and medium green to yellow. When in bloom, pale swallow-wort has clusters of pale pink to reddish-brown flowers that are small and star-shaped with five petals. This plant is tolerant of shade, sun, and a variety of soil conditions, and is generally found in disturbed areas including old fields, woodlands, and...

  • May Weed of the Month: European Alder

    Julia Dellick, Minnesota Department of Agriculture|May 3, 2022

    European alder (Alnus glutinosa) is a deciduous tree native to Europe, southwest Asia, and northern Africa. It is a Restricted Noxious Weed in Minnesota, meaning that it can't be sold and planted legally. These trees are considered a pioneer species which means they can establish and grow in harsh, barren landscapes that lack nutrients. For these reasons, European alders have been grown in North America for site restoration and erosion control. They have also been planted as landscape and...