Is this a weed?

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    Alnham to me it looks like a geranium blue........
     
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    looks a bit like hogweed?
     
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    Could it be a Chinese Lantern I have looked at old labels in my shed.
     
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    I`d be more inclined to agree with Kalmia, Hogweed.
     
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    Well if it is hogweed make sure you wear gloves when you remove it as it can cause skin irritation
     
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