What is the best way to control invasive species?
The best control of invasive species is to not let them get started. However, in most cases it is impossible to eradicate invasive plants completely. Instead, we need to manage their spread and presence. While using organic or mechanical controls are desired by many, most people have found that the judicious use of chemical herbicides are essential to have any significant impacts. For a variety of ways to control various invasive species visit www.invasivespecies.gov/toolkit/control.shtml and www.invasivespecies.gov/community/whatyou.shtml.
