How to Care for Bishops' Weed

Also known as goutweed, bishops' weed is a member of the carrot family and native to Europe and Asia. Bishops' weed foliage is either solid green or variegated green and white. Small, flat-topped, white flower clusters bloom in spring atop 3-foot stems. Although bishops' weed is considered invasive in some regions, the plant can be grown to provide a low-maintenance ground cover. It chokes out weeds, needs no fertilizer, and doesn't require mowing.

Things You'll Need

• Pruning shears or lawn mower

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Instructions

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     Grow bishops' weed in partial to full shade. The foliage may brown at the edges if the plant is grown in the sun.

   • 2

     Water the bishops' weed so the soil remains moist at all times.

   • 3

     Control bishops' weed spreading by cutting it. Don't be afraid to cut it back hard or use the lawn mower, because you won't harm the plant.