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  • Drosera capensis
    16th May Because it produces so much seed this plant is easily available in nurseries. It is also one of the hardiest species making it easy to keep as a houseplant.

  • Drosanthemum speciosum 'Red'
    16th May This species self seeds freely. It becomes woody after a few years and is worth replacing as it is very fast growing.

  • Babiana odorata
    16th May Can be invasive in warmer climates and regarded as a weed in Australia. Check before you decide to plant in your area. It would be safe to grow in the UK and Ireland because it is likely to die off in harsh Winter.

  • Pinellia ternata
    16th May This is considered a weed in North America and in most temperate climates. It spreads via rhizomes and is difficult to eradicate as it regenerates from a corm that is deeply buried.

  • Babiana angustifolia
    16th May Can be invasive in warm climates and is regarded as a weed in Australia. It would be safe to grow in the UK and Ireland because it is likely to die off in harsh Winter.

  • Cynara cardunculus
    16th May Has become an invasive weed in dry climates such as Australia and California, but it is safe to grow in the UK and Ireland.

  • Diplotaxis tenuifolia
    16th May Native to Europe and Western Asia.

  • Diplotaxis tenuifolia
    16th May It was introduced into North America and is now considered a weed.

  • Asparagus setaceus
    16th May Considered an invasive weed in Australia and parts of the United States, please check before buying or planting. It should be safe to grow in the UK and Ireland because it is only hardy to around -7 degrees Celsius.

  • Papaver rhoeas
    16th May Originating from Europe this is considered a weed, albeit an attractive one. It is also the symbol of fallen soldiers.
  • Erica caffra
  • Erica caffra
    Sweet-scented heath, Water heath Updated
    18th May 2012
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