Managing plant pests

Information and advice about managing plant pests in Canterbury.

Boneseed Boneseed, like many of our environmental weeds, was first introduced to New Zealand for use as an ornamental plant. Native to South Af ..

Gorse and broom Gorse and broom first arrived in New Zealand in the early 1800s. Seed was brought in by English settlers to grow plants for hedging. ..

Nassella tussock Nassella tussock is extremely adaptable and grows in a wide range of habitats. It will displace other plant species. ..

Old man's beard Old man’s beard is a vigorous growing vine which forms a tangled smothering mass over trees and shrubs blocking out light and eventual ..

Purple loosestrife Gardeners can play an important role in helping stamp out a potentially serious weed from the country’s damp spots and waterways. ..

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