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RAGWEED OR GOLDENROD,
Here is a question that I get asked often.
Ragweed or Goldenrod, Which is the Allergen Newsletter
RAGWEED OR GOLDENROD,
WHICH IS THE ALLERGEN?
Q. My allergies have really been bothering me lately. I noticed that goldenrod is in bloom and wondered if that was the culprit. It's a pretty plant but do we need to try to keep it from blooming?
A. Allergies are bad this year but goldenrod is not the problem. Goldenrod has heavy pollen that doesn't blow around and cause allergies. It is simply a beautiful wildflower and excellent for attracting beneficial insects including the pollinators. The bad plant and the culprit in this case is ragweed, both common ragweed and giant ragweed. Its white flowers do have some positive attributes but probably more negatives.
A. Allergies are bad this year but goldenrod is not the problem. Goldenrod has heavy pollen that doesn't blow around and cause allergies. It is simply a beautiful wildflower and excellent for attracting beneficial insects including the pollinators. The bad plant and the culprit in this case is ragweed, both common ragweed and giant ragweed. Its white flowers do have some positive attributes but probably more negatives.
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Naturally yours,
Howard Garrett
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