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My Favorite Weeds (and some not-so-favorites) PART 2
If you missed Part 1 you can check it out here. We often get the question, “so if dandelions and hairy bittercress aren’t noxious weeds – what is?” Noxious weeds aren’t just a nuisance in yards and gardens. These are… Read More ›
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My Favorite Weeds (and some not-so-favorites) PART 1
When people first hear about our work at the Noxious Weed Control Program they sometimes assume we have it out for all weeds (or even all non-native plants). Nothing could be further from the case! The fact is only a… Read More ›
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Weeds don’t practice social distancing
Even though much of King County has been paused under Governor Inslee’s Stay Home/Stay Healthy order, the weeds aren’t cooperating. Staying home has provided some benefits to our natural environment. You may have heard the uplifting stories about some of… Read More ›
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Let’s pull together!
Stuck at home? Outdoor events cancelled? Feeling disconnected from your community? You’re not alone! Life is different under the Stay Home/Stay Healthy order. In order to slow the spread of COVID-19 we are all practicing social distancing. But it’s still… Read More ›
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¡Ya empezó la temporada de la cicuta!
¡La primavera está aquí! ¿Planea pasar tiempo al aire libre? Salir a caminar en la naturaleza o realizar actividades de jardinería son fantásticas opciones para relajarse mientras aplica las medidas de distanciamiento social. Pero en esta época del año, podría… Read More ›
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Poison-hemlock season is here
The sun is shining! Planning on spending some time outside? Going for a walk in a natural area or doing some gardening are great ways to unwind while practicing social distancing. But this time of year you could encounter a… Read More ›
