Native vs Non-Native vs Invasive Species: What’s the Difference?

You’ve probably seen a headline or two about an invasive species taking over. Perhaps you’ve seen a sign warning of ...
The Journal

National Invasive Species Awareness Week: What’s bugging Cortez and the Southwest

As National Invasive Species Awareness Week winds down, wildlife and plant experts from the southwestern U.S. are ...
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6 invasive trees you should never plant in your yard

You may know plants such as Japanese honeysuckle and English ivy are invasive bullies that will take over your landscape in a hurry. But non-native trees also can be problematic, spreading rapidly and ...

How Everyday Activities Spread Invasive Species Across the U.S.

As of 2026, more than 8,500 invasive species are established in the U.S., including plants, insects, reptiles, amphibians, ...
The Post-Journal

Let’s Talk About Trees

Image of a leaf from a Norway Maple tree, one the most common invasive trees in Western New York. Photo courtesy WNY PRISM This might be a little controversial, but it’s been on my mind for a while. I ...
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17 Of The Worst Invasive Plants To Avoid At All Costs

I became a professional gardener because I love plants. But some plants can be very hard to love. Specifically, dealing with invasive plants can make my job difficult, unpleasant, and even potentially ...
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Invasive Bradford pear trees return to Missouri – How to replace them

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. ST. LOUIS – Bradford pear trees, an ...

This “Pollinator-Friendly” Plant Is Now on the Invasive Species Watchlist

The same plant that promises to turn a backyard into a butterfly paradise now sits on invasive species watchlists in several ...

Intensive grazing and soil fertility favor the growth of non-native plants, drylands study finds

A global study has revealed the conditions under which non-native plants thrive in the world's many dryland regions and the ...