Invasive Species
Invasive plants are introduced species that can thrive in areas beyond their natural range of dispersal. These plants are characteristically adaptable, aggressive, and have a high reproductive capacity. Their vigor combined with a lack of natural enemies often leads to outbreak populations.
(Source:
USDA Web site)
Depending on the species, time of year, extent of infestation, and other factors, management can include cutting, pulling, burning, herbiciding, or a combination of these treatments. Herbicides are avoided as much as possible and are only used with extreme care when necessary.
Invasive Plants Occurring at Cooper Farm/Skinner Field Area
| Alliaria petiolata |
Garlic Mustard |
| Dipsacus fullonum |
Common Teasel |
| Eleagnus umbellatus |
Autumn Olive |
| Lonicera spp. |
Bush Honeysuckle |
| Morus alba |
White Mulberry |
| Rosa multiflora |
Multiflora Rose |
For more information on vegetation management on our properties, contact
John Taylor.