I need help identifying a plant. Where can I send a photo of it?

Called Love Apple, ornamental, has spiny stems and underside of leaves; about 3 ft tall; red fruit stays bright all winter

Answer

Our volunteers will attempt photo IDs of plants and trees from the Mid-Atlantic region. You can send photos by filling out the "submit a question" form  and uploading your photos at 

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We are assuming you just have one or two plants to id, not an extensive list. Please know that it is sometimes difficult to give a positive identification from a photo.

Please keep each image under 1 MB in size and include the following information for each photo (this information is adapted from instructions found on the University of Maryland Extension service web site)

  • Growing conditions (full sun, part shade, shade, windy, salt spray, etc.)

Photos (jpg file less than 1MB and in focus)

  • Tree and shrub photos should include a 12-24” branch with leaves, flowers, fruit or seed pods  as well as a photo of entire plant, if possible.
  • Flowers, weeds, and other herbaceous plant photos should show entire plant, preferably with flowers or seed heads.
  • Descriptions should include size and source (if known) of plant; color, aroma, and time of flowering; fruit, cone, etc.

 

  • Last Updated Apr 14, 2021
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  • Answered By Aska Gardener

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