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Posts Tagged: PlantRight
Invasive Spotlight: Invasive Plants

People in urban and suburban areas often use the term “invasive” to describe plants or weeds that appear to take over a garden or landscape. However, true invasive plants are weeds that infest ecosystems, rangelands, and pasture—places...
Don’t Grow Crazy – An Update on California’s PlantRight Program

[From the April 2015 issue of the UC IPM Retail Newsletter] Choosing the right plant for the right place is a key element to protecting California's rich natural ecosystems. When used appropriately, plants offer us nourishment, beauty, sanctuary, and...