Usually, weeds that interfere with the normal development of the crop grown by gardeners are usually classified as pests. But there is also a number of cultivated plants that can grow in the shortest possible time, occupying vast territories of the land.
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Such plants must not only be planted correctly, but also monitor their distribution, trying to stop it in time.
Let's talk about the most dangerous types of these "invaders".
Raspberry "seductive" (or Tibetan)
This variety of berries is distinguished by the presence of thorny leaves and stems, thanks to which it is planted by gardeners as a hedge around the site. The height of the bushes is usually from 25 to 55 cm, the root system can grow up to 1-1.5 m from the base and up to 0.5-0.7 m deep into the soil.
You can limit the spread of "seductive" raspberries by planting them in trenches specially dug out and laid out on the sides with boards. It is also recommended to bury a plant planted in containers or pots in the ground.
Garden strawberry
A rich strawberry harvest is the dream of any gardener. The owners take special care of the berry. But it so happens that the landings are temporarily forgotten, they are abandoned. Strawberries, deprived of care, are capable of growing strongly along the perimeter of the site during the season. It will not be easy to get rid of its thickets later.
The growth of berry bushes occurs due to tendril shoots (up to 20 pcs. per season), the function of which is to reproduce. The mustache entwines not only the furrow in which the plant is planted, but also spreads over to the neighboring territory. Such a rapid growth process negatively affects not only other plants, but also the berries themselves - they become small and savory.
Regularly remove unnecessary strawberry shoots, avoid its disorderly growth. This way you can preserve the harvest of quality berries.
Horseradish
Many gardeners try in vain to grow horseradish on their plots, while in others it grows excessively and without care. This is due to the unpredictability of the plant.
To get rid of the horseradish pest and preserve the harvest of other cultivated plants, regularly dig up the soil, removing the plant roots from it. Treat the area with herbicides.
In order to avoid the spread of the culture to all corners of the garden, follow the rules for planting it: horseradish must be planted in a pit lined with slate or board fences.
Sorrel
Sorrel, a plant loved by many, has excellent taste and a whole range of vitamins, micro- and macroelements. Several beds are usually used for planting it. True, the plant is not used to being content with narrow territorial boundaries. It grows willfully, and it also appears in remote areas of the garden.
In order to prevent the erratic growth of sorrel, it is necessary to cut off its peduncles before the seeds appear on them. You should also regularly weed the soil, removing excess crop shoots.
Doubtful tladianta (or "red cucumber")
The plant is a vine, which is used to decorate the site. Tladianta has beautiful leaves and red fruits that look like cucumbers. The underground part of the root system of the plant grows very quickly - up to 15-20 m² per season.
When planting a "red cucumber", enclose the perimeter of the growth of the culture with boards dug to a depth of half a meter. So you will be able to protect the grown crops of other cultivated plants.
Jerusalem artichoke
This plant is appreciated not only for its delicious roots, but also for its unusual flowering and serves as an ornament for hedges and fences. However, Jerusalem artichoke tubers can spread beyond the perimeter of the territory allocated for its growth, and negatively affect the development of neighboring plants.
Be sure to completely cut the greens from the plant in the fall, and in the spring, get rid of excess tubers in a timely manner.
Tarragon (or tarragon)
Tarragon has a fast growth rate and can literally grow from a small bush into a whole planting. The plant causes irreparable harm to other crops, so it should be planted away from the beds - for example, along fences.
Remember to tie up the tarragon bushes so that they do not stick to the ground, harming nearby plants. You should also remember to remove plant seeds in a timely manner.
Try to keep track of the aggressor plants: plant them correctly, fence them off, remove new shoots and seeds in a timely manner, loosen the soil regularly. Then they will not be able to harm other crops growing on your site.
Do you know how to deal with aggressor plants?
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