You’ve probably seen kudzu (Pueraria montana var. lobata) along a highway roadside. This invasive, twining vine can grow up to 100 feet tall, and takes over everything. I’ve read that it can take down utility poles. Today was the first time I had a chance to get up close to kudzu. It is beginning to… Continue reading Kudzu
Tag: Invasive Species
National Invasive Species Awareness Week
February 26 – March 1, 2024 is National Invasive Species Awareness Week. You’ll likely see many invasive species as you explore nature. Invasive plants are non-native plants that have a negative effect on native plants and animals. The NC Invasive Plant Council and the North Carolina Native Plant Society have published a comprehensive list of… Continue reading National Invasive Species Awareness Week