Identifying and raising public awareness about invasive plants is one of the most effective ways to conserve and protect natural areas.
Gardening expert Eileen Ward (aka The Wicked Gardener) wrote an article for the Marco Eagle about the invasive species threatening habitats on Marco Island, Florida.
In her article, Ward described three severely damaging plants in her local area: air potato, Brazilian pepper, and Australian pine. She also pointed out local properties that could be set aside as parks to support wildlife…