RHS WHATS THAT WEED?

Learn all about common weeds and how they affect your garden to make informed decisions about the plants you want in your patch and how to manage those that you don t Figuring out which weed is which can be tricky for new and seasoned gardeners alike In this book garden expert Guy Barter lifts the lid on how weeds grow and in what conditions Discover each weed s benefit to wildlife biodiversity and its role in the environment plus whether it has ornamental herbal or edible properties that you might want to make the most of This identification guide covers 40 weeds commonly found in gardens in Europe and North America Alongside well known weeds such as nettles dock dandelions and bindweed you ll find hawksbeard pearlwort ivy leaved speedwell and pennycress In this book you will find Detailed photographs and diagrams of each element of the plant from roots to leaves Specific tools to help you recognise weeds throughout their entire life cycles from starting out as seedlings before growing into mature flowers The best way to manage each weed and curate the perfect plants for your patch Each weed s place within the ecosystem is listed along with benefits such as use as an ornamental herbal or edible plant Every element of the 40 weeds al