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Check if you need to apply or order before Friday 19 December 2025.
Identify weeds before you remove them to make sure you are removing the right type of plant.
Tohua ngā momo tarutaru Identify weeds
Pest search
Our pest search has photos and descriptions of all pests in Auckland.
To identify a pest plant, enter the name of the plant. Alternatively, you can browse the complete list or by groups.
External weed and plant search
If you can't find the plant you're looking for, try other weed and plant databases:
You can email us a photo of the weed so we can help you identify it.
You can also go to your local garden centre with a sample.