Taking over your garden, overpowering other cherished plants and even damaging local habitats, invasive plants can cause a surprising amount of trouble. Controlled by regular pruning, thorough weeding and in some cases, the use of chemicals, you will want to keep the upper hand if you have any vigorous species in your backyard. And late winter is the perfect time to do that.
Some invasive plants are best removed entirely and are more easily identified and eliminated during the colder months.
