All homeowners should inspect their land every year. Remove invasives early. If a homeowner has been scouting vigilantly, most invasive plants can be found when they are small and easily controlled. Invasives should not be allowed to go to seed. Replant after weeding.
Invasive plants exploit bare soil and unused niches.
If you remove a weed, the invasive plant will come right back unless you substitute another plant. It's important to fill niches with plants that will provide seeds for the future. Back to top of page Burning bush, bottom left, is considered invasive by many botanists.