Autumn olive is becoming a troublesome invasive exotic in some places. Yes, the blossoms smell great, and the fruit is useful or at least helpful to wildlife. But it can take over !
I wonder whether it is truly allelopathic. It grows fast and forms a thick canopy; I bet it simply robs other plants of water, nutrients, and light. No toxic exudates needed.
tc, s.WI
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