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Is nanny berry a weed?

9 years ago

In the Midwest we see nanny berry growing along the bike paths. Is has a wonderful scent. But some say it will take over and you cannot get rid of it.

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9 years ago
No, it's definitely not a weed but a beautiful native shrub. It has a suckering habit so it spreads forming small thickets. It has a similar form and grows alongside the invasive European buckthorn. I would think that is what is being referred to as the plant that is difficult to eradicate.

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