Cutting back a gooseneck plant

Can I keep it in a container after I cut it back? Does it spread a lot?

Thanks.

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#1 Comment By Alisma On 11/09/2016 @ 3:31 pm

You can certainly dig up a clump of the plant and place it in a container with potting soil. Yes, it does spread a lot. It is considered to have an invasive root system and may be banned in certain areas:

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