Invasive Species
Lynn Ketchum
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Controlling Invasive Plants
Some common garden plants have become invasive pests in wild habitats. In Oregon, these invasives include some favorites such as English ivy and butterfly bush.
Don't Let it Loose: Common Carp Koi
Educational poster of invasive Koi fish
Strangers In Our Waterways
This video explores the impacts of non-native species on our aquatic ecosystems.Latest Resources
Tree School Clackamas teaches love for the land
Educational event draws hundreds from woodland community in Clackamas County and beyond.
Invasive Plants of Eastern Oregon and Alternative Natives and Ornamentals
When deciding upon which plants will be used in your garden or landscaping project it’s important to avoid selecting species that are considered invasive. This publication provides several examples of invasive plants for our area, specifically for zones 5 and 6 of the United States Department of Agriculture’s “hardiness zones” chart.Latest News
In the egg, American bullfrogs learn how to avoid becoming lunch
Jul 5, 2017
Bullfrogs are implicated in the decline of many native species
In droughty Klamath Falls, watering trees may help defend against bronze birch borer
Jun 29, 2017
Symptoms of the voracious insect appear for the first time in Klamath Falls
Skunking the stink bug: discover the latest in sustainable management in orchards
Jun 30, 2016
Orchardists can minimize damage through integrated pest management
