Invasive Crown Vetch - Pollen Gathering

Invasive Crown Vetch - Pollen Gathering

Crown vetch is an invasive plant that has been sold for erosion control cover. I spent a week earlier this year digging down 2' to remove roots of some that had established itself at the edge of my garden. I now know why. The subdivision across the street is filled with the stuff.
This is not something you want in your garden even though the bees like it. See the load of pollen that has been gathered.

According to the "Southeast Exotic Pest Plant Council Invasive Plant Manual," this non-native plant is also toxic to horses.