Common buckthorn from Europe (Rhamnus cathartica) and glossy/alder buckthorn from East Asia (Frangula alnus syn. Rhamnus frangula) are considered invasive in most states in the US. The designation of “invasive” comes from individual states and it signifies a plant’s ability to crowd out native plants, spread quickly and negatively impact the ecosystem. I see these in many of the properties I visit and a lot of people don’t realize they have it. If you have a small number of these and you don’t w

🌿 You have probably seen these dark reddish brown stalks of seeds all over. If you haven't, you certainly will now! It grows abundantly and is considered invasive in multiple states. All dock species (Rumex spp.) have similar benefits, nutrition, and purposes. However, the most common varieties that are found and used are Curly Dock (Rumex Crispus) and Broad Leaved Dock (Rumex Obtusifolius). 🌿 Dock became a popular food source during the great depression! Since it is cold tolerant, drought tol

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