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June 24, 2025 36 mins

This week we dive deep into the world of garden weeds and how some seemingly harmless plants can actually be Trojan horses harboring pests and diseases. Learn how to identify five major plant families by their flowers, leaves, and growth habits — and why removing these weeds early can protect your precious crops.

Today on Just Grow Something You'll Learn:

  • The role of alternate hosts in pest and disease cycles
  • How to identify Brassicaceae, Solanaceae, Asteraceae, Polygonaceae, and Amaranthaceae weeds
  • Why flower structure is the key to early identification
  • Tips for weed removal and garden protection


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