Invasive Species

From our experience of working closely with local communities, we have established projects dealing with problematic species such as Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia spp.), Traveller’s Joy (Clematis vitalba), Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) and Winter Heliotrope (Petasites fragrans).

The Objects Of Our Invasive Species Projects Are:

To identify a means of managing Invasive Species that looks at the entire picture and integrates all those involved i.e. Local Authority, businesses, community groups, residents, etc.
To prevent further spread
To raise awareness and educate
To identify the best and most effective methods of treatment
To treat in line with environmental regulations such as the Sustainable Use Directive

Read Our Invasive Species Reports

Report on Japanese Knotweed
Management of Clematis vitalba at ‘Suez Pond’

Help Us Record Invasive Species

If you’ve seen an invasive species, please follow this link to submit a record of your sighting to our Citizen Science Portal.