Blue Ridge PRISM's Fall Invasive Plant Workshop at Rockfish Valley Community Center in Afton

Blue Ridge PRISM's Fall Invasive Plant Workshop at Rockfish Valley Community Center

Non-native invasive plants are quickly overwhelming many properties by tearing down the forest canopy and overtaking our native plants at the tree, shrub and/or groundcover levels. Understanding what invasive plants exist on the landscape and what it will take to control them can often feel overwhelming.Our fall workshop will enable you to learn how to confidently identify and manage invasive plants in the summer.Topics covered in this session include:Identifying invasive plants in fallWhich invasives you can best kill nowWhich invasives you should treat laterBest seasonal practices for each invasiveUsing manual & mechanical control methodsMethods for controlling invasives with herbicidesChoosing the right herbicide and equipment, and using it properlyPlanning a work schedule with best timings for multiple plantsThere will also be an opportunity to identify plants, so bring samples of your mystery plants and we’ll identify them!Each session includes classroom and outdoor instruction (weather permitting) and discussion.For more information, visit www.blueridgeprism.org

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