Despite its appearance, Bradford pear trees are despised by the Grumpy Gardener due to their unpleasant odor, tendency to break in the wind, and prolific seedlings.
While visually appealing, the chameleon plant quickly spreads and may lose its colorful foliage, becoming invasive. Grumpy humorously suggests extreme measures to eradicate.
Despite its attractive blooms, mimosa trees are troublesome due to their prolific seedlings and unattractive appearance in winter.
This plant is criticized for its lack of aesthetic appeal, susceptibility to mildew, and overall blandness.
Prone to disease in humid climates, red tip photinia requires regular fungicide spraying to avoid succumbing to leaf spot disease.
Unlike its white counterpart, yellow alyssum has a foul smell, prompting the recommendation of alternative ground-cover plants like creeping phlox.
Despite being native, Virginia creeper is invasive and difficult to control due to its climbing tendencies and prolific seedlings.
While visually appealing, these species can be invasive and aggressive, quickly overtaking your yard if left unchecked. Opt for the American Wisteria instead to avoid their tenacious growth.