The Lowdown on Weeds; Some Are Crucial to the Well-Balanced Garden From: The Washington Post | Date: July 5, 1990| Author: Adrienne Cook | Copyright (null) The Washington Post. This material is published under license from the Washington Post.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Washington Post.Copyright information

Why is it that weeds always seem to do better in the garden than anything we consciously plant?

In fact, weeds are difficult to define. Like household goods at a yard sale, one person's weeds are another person's blooms. Wildflowers such as yarrow, Queen Anne's lace and daisies are prized by some gardeners for their carefree beauty and propensity to attract many beneficial insects. Others abhor them for their invasive nature and tenacity, which can turn them into pesky weeds, especi...