Creeping bellflower season in Calgary will be prolific, horticulturalist says
Her advice is to take away its light sources, pluck leaves and grab the whole plant before it flowers. Smyth said she'll get to work in the fall making sure the root system is eliminated, too.
Because of this year's cool and wet start to summer, and the current heat wave, the creeping bellflower will put up a fight this year, Smyth said. In Calgary, this plant is categorized as a noxious weed, which means it spreads widely and rapidly. Homeowners must ensure the weed is under control and doesn't spread to nearby properties.
"We do the exact same thing that we recommend citizens do, which is mechanical control, a.k.a. pulling out the plant before it goes to flower or digging it out after it's gone to flower," said parks spokesperson Anna Blaxley.Blaxley said it is important to note: this weed doesn't belong in the compost. Once it's pulled, you need to bag it and send it to the landfill.
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