Posts Tagged: invasive

What makes a weed an invasive plant?

Weeds are usually thought of as native plants we don't want in areas such as landscapes, fields,...

The White Garden Snail: A Serious Threat to Landscape Ornamentals?

  The white garden snail (Theba pisana), sometimes known as the Italian white snail, can...

Keep an Eye Out for Spotted Lanternfly

The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) is a new exotic pest that was first detected in...

Report Unsolicited Seeds to APHIS

Have you had unexpected seeds show up in the mail? Unknown seeds could be invasive plants, contain...

Invasive Spotlight: Brooms

Brooms are shrubs which were originally planted in California as ornamentals and for erosion...

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