Skinny Green Leaves Tiny Purple Flowers

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by Chris Morris, Sep 8, 2013.

  1. Chris Morris

    Chris Morris Active Member 10 Years

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    These plants have been growing in full sun in my front yard since the spring and are now starting to flower.
    The stems are purple/ brown and the flowers are purple. I'm not sure if the flowers will get bigger if given more time.

    My main concern is if it's native or non native. I will start weeding on Tuesday and want to know if I should pull this out or let it grow. I'd like to get rid of it before it goes to seed especially if it's invasive here.

    Thanks
     

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    Tyrlych Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    Persicaria maculosa, formerly Polygonum persicaria.
     
  3. Chris Morris

    Chris Morris Active Member 10 Years

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    Thanks very much, I suspected it was non native, but wanted to be sure.
     

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