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Creeping bellflower growing along a roadside near a wooded area
Creeping bellflower (Campanula rapunculoides), also known as European bellflower and rampion, is an invasive perennial plant and member of the...
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The climate-ready woodlands tree lists provide planting recommendations for 11 ecoregions of Minnesota. Included on each of these lists are species that are not currently common in those regions but are predicted to thrive in Minnesota’s...
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With a name as pleasant as yellow floating heart, and leaves to match with their whimsical shape, it’s no wonder that people chose to bring this aquatic plant into their water gardens. This is likely how the plant was initially...
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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources recently announced the discovery of invasive signal crayfish (Pacifastacus leniusculus) in Lake Winona, near Alexandria, Minnesota. Signal crayfish are native to the Pacific Northwest region of...
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The underwing of an adult spotted lanternfly
In the last few weeks, the invasive insect spotted lanternfly has been reported in Michigan and Iowa. While we haven’t seen this insect in Minnesota, it is important that you know how to...
Homeowners should give due consideration to whether or not plants are considered invasive species before introducing new plants on their properties. According to the National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration, invasive species of plants can lead to the extinction of native plants and animals....
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In 2021 University of Minnesota Extension asked volunteers to help address several environmental challenges surrounding invasive species. In total,184 volunteers answered the call and helped us move research forward on these issues. Find...
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Feb. 28 - Mar. 3 is National Invasive Species Awareness Week
Whether you know a lot about invasive species or a little or somewhere in between, take this opportunity to grow your knowledge. Learn about invasive species policy, climate...
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Red hailstone flower also called golden creeper. Photo: MN Department of Agriculture
A perennial herbaceous vine native to Asia, red hailstone or golden creeper (Thladiantha dubia) may have been planted as an ornamental vine or...
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This time of year, we often hear reminders to watch for zebra mussels, the well-known striped aquatic invasive species (AIS). This summer there’s another, lesser-known bivalve to keep your eyes out for, Corbicula fluminea (freshwater...