For more information and to find support and resources for the best management practices in your region of the world, contact the National Biodiversity on the web at www.nbaindia.org

What Can You Do?

Seek out information on which species are a problem in your area. Information sources include botanical gardens, garden shops and nurseries, horticulturalists, environmental groups, conservationists and government agencies, such as departments and ministries of agriculture and the environment. Experts are available in many countries and regions around the world.

Talk to your garden professionals about which plants are environmentally safe for gardens. Promote landscape design and plantings that are friendly to your environment and your neighbors.

Once you are in the know, remove invasive plants from your land and replace them with alternative non-invasive plants suited to your site and needs. Removal methods may include physical, chemical, biological and environmental management control, consult your local professionals for the safest and best method for your area.

Consider planting local native plants in your garden. There are many alternative plants at nurseries in your area that are beautiful and do not cause harm to agriculture or the environment!