Does anyone know what tree this is?

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    I feel I should know as its popping up in front gardens everywhere round here but I'm not sure [​IMG]


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    pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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    Rhus, or possibly Ailanthus.
     
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      I agree Pete, probably Rhus (Sumac). :) They're devils for putting out suckers!
       
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        If its Rhus it should be forming flower heads.
         
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        Used to call them Polycell trees when I was little :)
         
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          If the leaves at the tips of the branches have a purple or reddish tint, then it is very invasive. In USA it is called "Bird of Paradise." Definitely not a paradise. If you try to dig up the root and leave any at all, it will grow back.
          One homeowner had the yard and dirt removed and new clean fill brought it. That was the only way he could get rid of them.
           
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