Phenology updates: Bush Honeysuckles and Moneywort

May 6

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Bush honeysuckles (Lonicera spp.)  – have begun flowering. It is a good idea to not control these with herbicide until it is done flowering to avoid unintentional damage to pollinators.

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Moneywort (Lysimachia nummularia) – Has started growing.  Moneywort is a popular ground cover in landscaping but can readily take over areas, as seen in this drainage area below.

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About appalachianohioweeds

My name is Eric Boyda and I am the current coordinator of the Appalachian Ohio Weed Control Partnership. My interests include increasing the awareness of invasive plants and helping individuals or groups plan control strategies.

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