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16 Beautiful Flowers That Are Shockingly Invasive

Japanese barberry may add a pop of color to the landscape with its red or green leaves and bright red berries – but its aggressive growth makes it a troublesome invader.

Japanese Barberry

Chinese wisteria is a climbing vine that produces cascading clusters of fragrant purple flowers. Chinese wisteria is undeniably beautiful—but its aggressive growth can quickly turn it into a garden nightmare.

Chinese Wisteria

With its rich green, bronze, and purple-hued foliage, bugleweed is eye-catching. This vigorous, low-growing perennial is excellent for suppressing weeds and stabilizing soil, making it a popular choice for erosion control.

Bugleweed

This low-growing perennial quickly forms a dense, soft mat, making it a popular choice for ground cover in sunny gardens.

Lamb's Ear

There are many types of bamboo plants, and some are more invasive than others. The invasive types can rapidly spread and quickly turn into an overwhelming force in the garden.

Bamboo