Missouri is home to many natural plants that help cultures grow and thrive. However, invasive plants are entering our state. These overtake the native plants, changing the environment. How can you recognize them and destroy them> The Missouri Department of Conservation is here to help! They are hosting a virtual class discussing invasive plants.
Identification
As the outdoors greens up, we look around and wonder how our yards got this way. What is invading? How can I get rid of it? The MDC is here to help. They are offering a virtual class to help you distinguish between native and invasive plants.
Class
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites Missouri landowners, native-plant lovers, and others to a free virtual program on combating non-native invasive plant species. Experts will explain how invasive plants got here, what they look like, and how to get rid of them. Additionally, they will tell what to plant instead.
Some of the invasive species discussed will include Bradford/callery pear, bush honeysuckle, sericea lespedeza, autumn olive, garlic mustard, Johnson grass, kudzu, and multiflora rose.
When Is It?
The class will be held online on Saturday, May 16, from 1-2 p.m.
Do I Need To Register?
Although there is no cost to attend the class, you do need to register. This is an online course.
Who Can Attend?
This class is open to everyone ages 5-100.
