A beautiful summer cottage, planted with unpretentious plants that do not require special care, is probably the dream of every country resident.
However, sometimes certain types of flowers and shrubs can become a real problem due to their ability to spread throughout an area.
In this article, we will tell you how to avoid such situations and maintain the aesthetic appearance of your garden - just do not plant the plants from this list.
Purslane
Purslane, which has a pungent, slightly lemony flavor, can be eaten, but most gardeners grow it as an ornamental plant.
But don't be fooled by its beauty: purslane is very tenacious and hardy, and as it grows, it turns from a decoration into a dangerous weed. If you can't resist its beauty, fence off the area allocated for purslane with stone or brick borders, and weed regularly to prevent its uncontrolled spread.
Amaranth
Another edible plant that has a mild, slightly nutty flavor, but is mainly used as a decoration.
However, do not forget that amaranth reproduces by seeds - and like most of the same crops, it can quickly and easily take root in the area, taking over more and more territory. To prevent the dominance of this plant, do not forget to remove excess shoots in the spring.
Sumac
It so happens that this selection consists entirely of edible plants that serve as decorative elements in gardens and parks - all of the above applies equally to sumac.
Despite its beauty, this plant can be considered a kind of parasite. Therefore, it is important to regularly remove excess sumac shoots to prevent it from invading your property and suppressing other plants and crops.
