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Creeping Bellflower Threatens Minnesota Landscapes
"In the last five years, I remember seeing it occasionally, then more common, then prolific," said Meg Duhr, Invasive Species Supervisor.
July 24, 2025
It might look beautiful, but beneath the bloom of creeping bellflower is a plant causing serious problems in Minnesota yards and natural areas.
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"It really just takes over," said Meg Duhr, invasive species supervisor with the Three Rivers Park District.
Creeping bellflower is an invasive species that spreads aggressively and outcompetes native plants. According to Duhr, its presence has grown dramatically in recent years.
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