In The Garden: Mystery bush?

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  1. kjshelhamer

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    I have a mystery bush that came up about two years ago next to my Lincoln Rose. Thought it might be a new rose bush that just came off that one, but it started flowering white small flowers this year. It has been growing for three seasons now. I am in Southern Indiana if that helps.
     

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    Silver surfer Generous Contributor 10 Years

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    Rosa. A rose. Probably a gift from the birds!
     
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    I'll take it! It is pretty big already and seems to be resistant to bugs and black spot.
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Looks like Rosa multiflora, which is invasive in your area. You might want to think again about keeping it!
     
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    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Is this possibly just the root stock sending up shoots? If so, the growth could take over and weaken the grafted plant.
     
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    Should I dig it up?
     
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