How to Dispose of Invasive Plants

What are some common invasive plants and trees?

• Burning Bush
• Japanese Barberry
• Wineberry
• Autumn Olive
• Glossy Buckhorn
• Norway Maple
• Tree of Heaven
• Mile-A-Minute Weed
• Oriental Bittersweet
• Goutweed
• Japanese Knotweed
• Mugwort

There are many more invasives which are too numerous to list here. Research the website for invasive plants and trees to learn more.

Why Invasives are Invasive

1. They are quick to establish, especially in disturbed ares.
2. They grow very rapidly once established
3. They are long flowering and produce many seeds and fruits
4. They spread very effectively to new areas
5. They are agressive competitors, free of the enemies that keep them in check in their natural range

How to Dispose of Invasives

Many towns accept invasives at their transfer stations. Check with your local municipal government.

Remember: Invasives produce an overabundance of seeds that overwhelm indigenous seeds. These seeds disperse over wide distances. Take the time and effort to dispose of all invasives.