help identify this plant

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  1. marniey

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    please help me to identify this plant/weed. It has taken over my garden, and has deep, complex roots - I'd love to get rid of it, but don't know what it is...
     

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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Broad-leaved Dock Rumex obtusifolius. A nasty weed to deal with!
     
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    thanks so much! Any suggestions on how to deal are welcome. Just knowing what it is - a huge help! Thanks again!!!
     
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    saltcedar Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    You've got more than just Dock to worry about, see pic #3.
    Ailanthus is taking over in the background too.
     
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    You can always try covering the entire area with a heavy dark coloured tarp and that way the plants will die. Then you will just have to dig out all of the roots.
     
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    thank you - that is such a great idea. I just want to start over, and since this a rental property, I didn't want to spend a lot on it. I really appreciate the suggestion!
     
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