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What kind of shrub/Bush is this?

7 years ago

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Hi! Im new around here. Can anyone help me identify what kind of shrub or bush this is? It was here when we bought our home. I'm contemplating digging it up next weekend unless I'm inspired to keep it. It would help if I knew what it was so I could look it up and get more ideas.

Thanks in advance!

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Kayla Renteria
Original Author
7 years ago
Dave in NoVA • N. Virginia • zone 7A
7 years ago
Where in the world do you live?
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I agree, Lonicera maackii, Amur Honeysuckle. They're yet another plant that was recommended as wildlife habitat/food years ago and is now a total weed. However, if you like it, you might as well keep it. One more won't make any difference, they're already all over the place. They're kind of ungainly in shape, but the flowers are pretty and the fruits are decorative. And they certainly aren't fussy. WW
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It might be purple loosestrife. Here is a link that might be useful: Lythrum salicaria
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Twigs and buds look like those of a Spiraea.
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Or you could let it grow. It requires no water and I know you're under a 36% required water reduction... Also attracts all kinds of wildlife. What kind of tree is it next to?
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ken_adrian Adrian MI cold Z5
7 years ago
an in focus close up of a leaf .. with a scale would sure help ....

and if all else fails.. a pic of flowers.. if and when it has them ...

once you Id.. i would prune the backs if nothing else ... to keep them off the house ... most likely 'rejuvenation pruning' is the key ... not just snipping out at distance ...

ken
Mike McGarvey
7 years ago
In focus would help. Miss Kim Lilac with new leaves?

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