For the novice gardener, the difference between a weed and a flower might be nothing more than whether or not the plant is wanted in the garden. ... Accounts of the rarity of wildflowers varies, so research the native flowers in your lawn or garden to make sure it is not endangered in the area before killing it. read more
For the novice gardener, the difference between a weed and a flower might be nothing more than whether or not the plant is wanted in the garden. With that basic distinction, many plants that are actually defined as weeds find their place in gardens because they have a flowery appearance. read more
"Weeds" are any plants growing out of place. A "forb" is a wildflower that grows without human involvement. "Naturalized aliens" are plants that have taken hold in certain areas but should be avoided because they crowd out and contaminate native gene pools. read more
Society’s judgment, that is all. From the bees’ perspective it is all the same. Flowering weeds are equally as attractive to bees as any wildflower. read more