Photo by Bill Johnson This might look pretty in the photo, but this plant will wreck havoc in the park if we do not get rid of it.
What is Garlic mustard? It is an invasive non-native biennial herb that spreads by seed. Although edible for people, it is not eaten by local wildlife or insects. It is difficult to control once it has reached a site; it can cross-pollinate or self-pollinate, it has a high seed production rate, it out competes native vegetation and it can establish in a relatively stable forest understory. This species is now a serious concern in forests across North America, including Palmer Park.
Read more info on Garlic Mustard here.
We will be having ongoing pop-up volunteer events throughout the seasons beginning this Saturday, 4/16 9:30 am-12 noon to continue our efforts to curb this pesky intruder.
LOCATION: Meet at Splash Park and bring work gloves to participate.
What is Garlic mustard? It is an invasive non-native biennial herb that spreads by seed. Although edible for people, it is not eaten by local wildlife or insects. It is difficult to control once it has reached a site; it can cross-pollinate or self-pollinate, it has a high seed production rate, it out competes native vegetation and it can establish in a relatively stable forest understory. This species is now a serious concern in forests across North America, including Palmer Park.
Read more info on Garlic Mustard here.
We will be having ongoing pop-up volunteer events throughout the seasons beginning this Saturday, 4/16 9:30 am-12 noon to continue our efforts to curb this pesky intruder.
LOCATION: Meet at Splash Park and bring work gloves to participate.