Rumex crispus – Curly Dock

Curly Dock (Rumex crispus) is a distant relative of buckwheat that is native to Europe. Curly Dock can be found in fields, roadsides, and open areas. It can grow in full sun to part shade.   Curly Dock has long, narrow, hairless leaves with wavy edges. It produces seeds in the summer which can stay […]

Rumex obtusifolius – Broad-leaved dock

Broad-leaved Dock (Rumex obtusifolius) is a non-native perennial that is related to buckwheat. It can be found in lawns, fields, and disturbed grounds. Broad-leaved dock is named after its broad, oval leaves. The plant produces small green flowers that grow in clusters at the top of the plant. These become brown, papery seeds in late […]