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Lamb’s Quarters - Chenopodium album
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28 inches (71 cm)
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Sowing depth iSowing depth
0 (don't cover)
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Common names: Lambsquarters, Melde, Pigweed, White goosefoot, Fat-hen, Bathua
Family: Amaranthaceae (16)
Type: Leaf (40)
Group: Other (60)
Diseases: No serious disease problems
Pests: No serious pest problems
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