Weed of the Month!


Agapanthus

(Agapanthus praecox)

February's weed of the month is found in sand dunes, cliffs, roadsides, and lowland forest. It is spread by wind and forms dense cover up to half a metre high crowding out other species.


Bushy Asparagus

Removal:

Dig out and take bulbs to green waste. Leaves can be composted.
    
For more information on this and other weeds contact your local Pest Plant Officer at Environment Bay of Plenty 0800 ENV BOP (0800 368 267)


Weedbusters and Environment Bay Of Plenty also provide a downloadable planting guide Plant Me Instead, which provides alternatives to popular but invasive garden species.









For more information about weeds contact the regional council on 0800 368 267

or go to www.weedbusters.co.nz

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