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Expert warns about nettles: "These reveal the excellent quality of the soil — don't pull them out"

Meteored Portugal6 September 2026 at 07:02

Nettles, especially the common nettle (Urtica dioica), often provoke an immediate reaction of wanting to eliminate them from gardens. However, according to specialists, this plant does not necessarily represent a problem. Its presence can, on the contrary, indicate that the soil is fertile and rich in available nutrients.

The nettle thrives especially in soils rich in organic matter and nutrients. Its appearance in the garden does not mean that the soil is in poor condition or that the plant should simply be pulled out. Before removing it hastily, it is worth understanding what it signals about the terrain.

According to the alert from specialists, nettles reveal the excellent quality of the soil and, therefore, should not be pulled out. The plant can provide valuable information about soil conditions, serving as an indicator of its fertility and good nutrient availability.

The article also addresses the best way to proceed when nettles appear, suggesting removal methods that do not damage the terrain, thus allowing one to take advantage of the information these plants provide about the soil without compromising its integrity.

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