Invasive Plant Management
Invasive plants like Tree of Heaven, fountain grass, and others quietly displace native species, disrupt soil health, and reduce the food and shelter available for birds, insects, and other wildlife. When left unchecked, these plants spread beyond our gardens and foothill neighborhoods, taking over wild spaces in the San Gabriel Mountains and other nearby natural areas—threatening the rich biodiversity that makes our region unique.
By removing invasive plants and replanting with California natives, we can create continuous wildlife corridors that support pollinators, birds, and beneficial insects right in our own yards while protecting nearby forests and waterways from further invasion. This effort not only restores the ecological balance but also improves fire resilience, reduces water use, and enhances the beauty and function of our outdoor spaces.
Our foothill communities play a crucial role in defending the edge of our natural areas. Managing invasive species here is one of the most impactful ways to stop their spread uphill into sensitive habitats—helping to keep our oak woodlands, riparian corridors, and mountain ecosystems intact for generations to come.
We offer custom invasive plant management plans and removal services for homes, gardens, and community spaces
Tree of Heaven
((Ailanthus altissima)
A fast-growing invasive tree that spreads aggressively by seed and root suckers, outcompeting native plants and damaging infrastructure.
Castor Bean
(Ricinus communis)
A toxic, fast-spreading shrub that displaces native habitat and poses a danger to pets, wildlife, and children.
Pampas and Jubata grass. (Cortaderia selloana)(Cortaderia jubata)
Highly invasive grass that spread by wind-blown seeds, forming dense, flammable thickets that displace native plants & increase wildfire risk.
Fountain Grass
(Pennisetum setaceum)
An ornamental grass that invades open spaces and roadsides, increasing wildfire risk and crowding out native species.
English Ivy (Hedera helix)
An aggressive vine that blankets the ground and climbs trunks, choking out trees and native plants while degrading wildlife habitat.
Mustard
(Brassica spp.)
A fast-spreading invasive annual that blankets hillsides, crowds out native wildflowers, and fuels hotter, more dangerous wildfires.
