Weed identification

What weed is that?

Identifying and controlling the weeds in your garden is a fantastic way you can 'do your bit' to keep the MidCoast beautiful, preserve our native species, and even safeguard our economy!

The tools on this page can help you to check for priority weeds in our region and contains great tips for effective removal of these pests.

Go to the local guide

Trying to identify something in your garden? Or want to know the best removal technique? This resource is a great start!

Garden Escapees and Other Weeds of Bushland and Reserves (2015)(PDF, 18MB)

Get the app

The NSW WeedWise app provides key information to help users reduce the impact of noxious and environmental weeds in New South Wales. The app profiles over 300 weeds, describing their legal requirements under the Noxious Weeds Act 1993, control information and registered herbicide options.

Click here to access via Google Play for Android devices

Click here to access via iTunes for iPhone and iPads

Try the web

We recommend the PlantNet site.

Quick guides to our most 'unwanted' MidCoast weeds

These invaders are on our hit list! If you have any of these in your garden, take action now!

   Aquatic Weeds

   Ochna "Mickey Mouse Plant"

   Cassia 'Winter Senna'

   Ground Asparagus

   Mother of Millions

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