This Class B noxious weed is found in several eastern Washington counties but is not established in King County. Control is required in King County. For more information on noxious weed regulations and definitions, see Noxious weed lists and laws.

Additional information on common bugloss

• Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board (external link)

What to do if you find this plant in King County, Washington

Please notify us if you see common bugloss growing in King County. Our program staff can provide the property owner or appropriate public agency with site-specific advice on how best to remove it. Also, because common bugloss is not established in King County, we have an opportunity to stop it from spreading if we act quickly. We map all known locations of regulated noxious weeds such as common bugloss in order to help us and others locate new infestations in time to control them.

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Report common bugloss in King County, Washington

• Please notify us through our online infestation form

Locate common bugloss in King County, Washington

• Use our interactive noxious weed map and search for common bugloss

Related information

• Agriculture in King County, Washington
• Northwest yard and garden
• Animals, plants and habitat

Related agencies

• Dept. of Natural Resources and Parks
• Water and Land Resources Division

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Program offices are located at 201 S. Jackson St., Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98104. To contact staff, see the Noxious Weed Control Program Directory, send an email, or call 206-477-WEED (206-477-9333).