Invasive Plant Species to Avoid Planting in Your Garden
Invasive plant species are not native to an ecosystem & can cause harm to the environment or human health. Here is the list of those plants to avoid
It is a biennial herb that can dominate forest and garden beds. It releases chemicals that inhibit the growth of other plants
Garlic Mustard
It is a perennial tree, that forms dense out-competing native vegetation and damages infrastructure with its aggressive root system
Japanese Knotweed
This tall, perennial plant thrives in wetlands and can significantly alter water flow and native plant communities
Purple Loosestrife
It is hard to control. This plant spreads rapidly and can affect other plants in your yard by competing for resources
Bamboo
It quickly proliferates in waterbodies, blocking streams and outcompeting aquatic vegetation, & affecting ecosystems
Water hyacinth
This perennial vine can smother shrubs and trees, creating dense mats that prevent other plants from establishing
Dog-strangling Vine
It looks charming but it is notorious for suffocating native vegetation and promoting harmful pests
English Ivy
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