Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia japonica): Known for its aggressive growth, Japanese Knotweed can quickly spread and overpower native plants. Its deep roots make it difficult to eradicate.
Kudzu (Pueraria lobata): Often referred to as "the vine that ate the South," Kudzu is a fast-growing, highly invasive vine that can smother other plants and structures.
Bamboo (Phyllostachys spp.): Some bamboo varieties are invasive and can spread rapidly, taking over garden spaces.
English Ivy (Hedera helix): While prized for its evergreen appearance, English Ivy is invasive and can climb and smother trees, disrupting ecosystems and causing harm to native plants.
Mint (Mentha spp.): Mint is known for its vigorous spreading through runners or rhizomes. Without proper containment, it can quickly take over garden beds.
Morning Glory (Ipomoea spp.): The beauty of Morning Glory is overshadowed by its invasive nature. It can spread rapidly and outcompete native vegetation
Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria): Purple Loosestrife is a beautiful but aggressive plant that invades wetlands, displacing native plants and disrupting natural ecosystems.
Oriental Bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus): This vine is known for its rapid growth and ability to climb and girdle trees. It poses a threat to forests and natural habitats.
Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii): Japanese Barberry is an invasive shrub that can form dense thickets, crowding out native plants and altering soil conditions.
Ailanthus (Ailanthus altissima): Also known as the Tree of Heaven, Ailanthus is a fast-growing tree that can outcompete native vegetation.