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Title

Regional Invasive Species & Climate Change Management Challenge: Do Not Sell! Ornamental invasive plants to avoid with climate change

Authors

Jenica M. Allen, University of Massachusetts AmherstFollow
Evelyn M. Beaury, University of Massachusetts AmherstFollow
Julia Mazzuchi, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Michael Nelson, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Ayodelé O'Uhuru, University of Massachusetts AmherstFollow
Bethany A. Bradley, University of Massachusetts AmherstFollow

Publication Date

2022

Abstract

Climate change is likely to bring dozens of new invasive plants to the Northeast. Despite their invasive tendencies, many of these species are sold as ornamental plants in slightly warmer climates, but are not yet a large part of nursery sales in the Northeast. By avoiding these species, we protect our native ecosystems from future invasive species impacts. We also present alternative native plants that provide similar aesthetics while also supporting biodiversity.

DOI

https://doi.org/10.7275/avq3-ma30