New Invasive Plants of Westford Massachusetts Guide

Our new for 2025 Invasive Plants of Westford Massachusetts guide is now available in PDF format here on the website. Invasive plants are non-native species that spread aggressively and alter ecosystems such as forests and wetlands. Invasives do not become “naturalized” and get along with native plants, but form monocultures inhospitable to native plants.

The guide will help you learn about identification and control of invasive plants as well as native alternatives.

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