A Weed Grows in JDIG

Regardless the experience level, gardeners are reminded of the quick passage of time through the appearance and rapid growth of weeds. It's astounding how fast and furious these unwanted plants can dominate everything in their vicinity and beyond if we don't work diligently to keep them in check. 

Our current nemesis is a weed called Galinsoga and it's sown itself everywhere in our JDIG! Don't let the cute miniature daisy-like flower fool you. It's not anything you've sown and forgot about, or something special that magically appeared in your little patch. If this feracious organism isn't immediately removed upon the rearing of it's deceptive flowerhead it will invade and spread, leeching all the beneficial nutrients meant to feed your tomatoes, basil, eggplants, roses, lilies, lettuce, beets and anything else you've worked hard to cultivate. 

The best way to keep order amongst your crops is to remove the Galinsoga as soon as it appears. If you're not sure and you've waited until it's bloomed don't worry just pull it and discard in the compost bin. You, your fellow gardeners and your crops will be most grateful! 


Special thanks to Janet Atkinson for alerting the JDIG Blog of this insidious pest. 

Happy Gardening!

Chrysoula