What is true about biennial weeds?

Biennial weeds are defined by their characteristic life cycle, which spans two years. During the first year, these plants typically concentrate on growing vegetative structures such as roots and leaves. They remain in a rosette form and do not reproduce during this initial period. In the second year, they transition to a reproductive phase where they flower and produce seeds, completing their life cycle before dying. This two-year growth cycle distinguishes biennial weeds from annuals, which complete their life cycle in one year, and perennials, which live for multiple years. Understanding this distinction is crucial for effective weed management and control strategies in agricultural and horticultural practices.