Have you heard that swallow-wort, an EDR species, has been found in Grand Traverse County?

This is the first known swallow-wort population in ISN's service area. If you see this plant be sure to contact ISN to let us know!
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Check out this video by Nature Change for more information on this discovery.
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For further information on EDR species in our area follow the link.
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Evaluating the Berberis WorryFree Crimson Cutie-the newest Japanese barberry cultivar

ISN was recently asked to reevaluate Japanese barberry being on its list of "no sell" plants within the Go Beyond Program due to the development of a new cultivar that is supposed to be sterile and non-invasive.  This variety, called the "Crimson Cutie", certainly does sound like the best of both worlds - a plant that doesn't spread...and deer will not eat it! Check out the full report here.

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