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Weed or not weed?

lizziec1988lizziec1988 Posts: 74
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Hi 

 can imageanyone tell a novice garden what this plant is? Thanks Lizzie 

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  • BiljeBilje Posts: 670

    It looks like Japanese anemone to me.  I have it in my garden, it flowers late summer but I class it almost as a weed as it is a runner. I'm sure someone more knowledgeable will be able to give you a definite answer.

  • hogweedhogweed Central ScotlandPosts: 4,037

    Looks like a raspberry cane or redcurrant shrub. 

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  • lizziec1988lizziec1988 Posts: 74

    I don't think it's a raspberry- will it flower? 

  • nutcutletnutcutlet PeterboroughPosts: 26,368

    It looks like a Japanese anemone to me as well. Just about everything flowers, except ferns

  • FairygirlFairygirl west central ScotlandPosts: 46,095

    Looks like Jap anem to me too - mine are exactly at that stage too.

    They can be slightly invasive, but it depends on soil ,weather conditions and the variety, so don't let it put you off. They seed around, but if you deadhead, they're not a problem. I love them.

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