Invasive Species Treatment Information
Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network protects our region through terrestrial invasive plant management.
We concentrate our efforts on the Top 20 Least Wanted Species, which includes what we call the Focus Four – plants that pose the greatest threat to high-quality natural areas. Below are the ideal treatment times and types for the Top 20 and Focus Four in northwest lower Michigan--timing may be different in other areas. See each species' individual pages for more detailed information on their control and eradication protocols.
For more specific treatment information, contact us, use the MIPN Control Database, and check out the Top 20 & Focus Four pages.
For lists of treatment & service providers, as well as a list of herbicide suppliers, please visit our Other Information page and scroll down to the corresponding section.
We concentrate our efforts on the Top 20 Least Wanted Species, which includes what we call the Focus Four – plants that pose the greatest threat to high-quality natural areas. Below are the ideal treatment times and types for the Top 20 and Focus Four in northwest lower Michigan--timing may be different in other areas. See each species' individual pages for more detailed information on their control and eradication protocols.
For more specific treatment information, contact us, use the MIPN Control Database, and check out the Top 20 & Focus Four pages.
For lists of treatment & service providers, as well as a list of herbicide suppliers, please visit our Other Information page and scroll down to the corresponding section.
If you would like information on having terrestrial invasive species treated on your property, please email our Habitat Management Specialist. We focus treatments on garlic mustard, black and pale swallow-worts, baby's breath, knotweeds, invasive bittersweet, and invasive phragmites. Topics to discuss upon making contact include treatment options, setting up an estimate for the time & cost needed for treatment (either through an in-person site visit or through photos), cost-share options, obtaining permission to enter & treat your property, and finally scheduling. Our schedules fill up fast, so the sooner you reach out in the season the better chances are we are able to help out.
