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Questions and Answers: 2018

Question: Petasites japonicus? Growing in my neighborhood and I took some and have it in my yard.

  • Question

    Petasites japonicus? Growing in my neighborhood and I took some and have it in my yard.

    Answer

    Dear GriffonCottage, good morning. I don't have a clear view of the leaf blade to view characteristics that would allow a confident identification; however, that written, your plant does look like Petasites japonicus. Be aware it can be very aggressive and difficult to eradicate. But, no doubt, it is an interesting and beautiful plant. Best wishes.