Did you know? The Callery pear, although it is blooming beautifully now, is now invasive.  This white flowering tree is outcompeting even invasive bush honeysuckle in many places. This tough species, a very popular urban tree in the Midwest, is threatening ecosystems with its invasive tendencies. It can thrive in the most limited environment and will displace native species. Also, it is fast-growing, but produces weak limbs, causing problems 15-20 years down the road when branches start fa... Read More

Unhappy with those invasive exotic bush honeysuckles found commonly along roadsides, forest edges and in your own backyard?  You may have personal experience with how these bush honeysuckles rapidly invade, overtake and crowd out native plant species in southern Ohio. They’re aggressive and even release toxic chemicals that prevent other plant species from growing in the vicinity! The Ohio Invasive Plants Council has compiled a helpful list of dozens of ways to deal with honeysu... Read More