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This plant seemed to sprout up in our yard overnight. We have owned our house a couple years now and it hasn't shown up before and we haven't planted anything. And now there is a second one growing right next to it. The original one is taller than a six foot fence and has really big leaves. The leaves are really soft to touch. No blooms or anything on it like a flower or food plant. Here are the pictures:
It looks like it is in the mallow family (also with hibiscus). many of the mallows have medicinal properties, and was originally used to make marsh mallows. you may need to wait to see the flowers though (looks like it has good growth so you should be seeing buds soon). compare the leaf structure to photos and descriptions of mallows that are native to your area
I think you guys are right on the velvetweed. How would you guys suggest getting rid of it now that I have it? From what I've read, it sounds like a very invasive weed. Maybe just pull it out and spray weed killer on it? I've also red about burning it out but that isn't an option since its right next to the fence.
I think you guys are right on the velvetweed. How would you guys suggest getting rid of it now that I have it? From what I've read, it sounds like a very invasive weed. Maybe just pull it out and spray weed killer on it?
I have the same problem as you. I'm going to pull it as best I can and pour vinegar over the spot (I try to keep using chemicals to a minimum). It'll make the soil a bit acidic; hopefully your surrounding plants can take it. I have acid loving plants around mine, so it shouldn't affect me.
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