What is my weed?

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  1. Blake09

    Blake09 Active Member

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    What is my weed and how can I control it? It seems to have a shallow root system and is growing in patches everywhere in my lawn.
     

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    togata57 Generous Contributor 10 Years

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    Square stems...? Any odor?
     
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    I would say some type of mint.
     
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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Compare with Lamium amplexicaule.
     
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    Ok I looked up Lamium amplexicaule and its my weed. Thanks!
     
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  6. M. D. Vaden

    M. D. Vaden Active Member 10 Years

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    Rather nice looking weed at that.

    In the first photo, the flower looks attractive.

    : - )
     
    M. D. Vaden, Mar 28, 2010
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