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Questions and Answers: 2017

Question: I live in Midwestern USA, this is growing next to my house among a huge clump of nasty weeds. Doest …

  • Question

    I live in Midwestern USA, this is growing next to my house among a huge clump of nasty weeds. Doest appear to be a displeasing plant so I was thinking about transplanting. Can you identify this, and is it a weed or wildflower or something else?

    Answer

    Dear Kaimarag93, Your plant is Securigia varia (crown-vetch, also known as Coronilla varia in some manuals). It is native to Europe and is widely planted to stabilize soils and prevent erosion.