You may not know it, but those pretty flowering vines in your backyard may be considered invasive vine weeds. Plants are declared invasive if they escape cultivation and invade natural areas, affecting the ecosystem. Other plants may have the potential to become invasive and bear watching. Here are some aggressive vines that may be lurking in your garden. Invasive Vine Species Common In Yards And Gardens Climbing invasive vine identification can be tricky, especially when there are several look-a-like vines. Pay attention to leaf shape, flowering, seed pods or berries, opposite or alternate leaf arrangement, and type of root structure. Invasive vines are typically removed by mowing, pulling/digging, cutting and recutting, or using chemical control. You can even try smothering plants with cardboard and newspaper, then covering them with mulch. Also, removing flowers can prevent seed formation. It may take several seasons to completely eradicate the vines. Here are 7 […]
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