Why invasive plants don't belong in our landscapes
Even the most familiar landscaping plants can carry hidden ecological costs. In this new video, I've teamed up with Emma, The Urban Botanist, to talk about invasive and native plants.
👉 Watch here: I Removed This Invasive Tree After 20 Years… Here’s Why
The Urban Botanist is on a mission to become a better steward of her land - and to bring others along for the journey, inspiring us all to make more ecologically responsible choices in our own landscapes.
Together, we removed a well-established and invasive burning bush tree from her property and replaced it with a native tree. This new addition not only enhances the garden’s beauty but also provides essential habitat and food for the insects, birds, and other wildlife that call her yard home.
Want a garden that’s beautiful and good for wildlife? Book a consultation with Reconnect and start building your habitat today.
Resources:
Canadensys - Database of Vascular Plants of Canada (VASCAN)
CCIPR: Canadian Coalition for Invasive Species Regulation
Credit Valley Conservation Authority - Priority Invasive Plants
National Wildlife Federation - Nonnative plants: Ecological Traps?
Native Plant Connection - Native Plant Nurseries in Ontario
Ontario Invasive Plant Council - Winged Euonymus Best Management Practices
Pollinator Partnership Canada - Ecoregional planting guides
Pullerbear - Weed wrench
Reconnect - Native Plant Nursery
USDA - Plants Database