Be PlantWise

About PlantWise

PlantWise is a partnership between the National Park Service, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, The Garden Club of America, National Invasive Species Council, the Student Conservation Association and many others to educate the public and communities about best management practices to prevent harmful invasive plants from invading parklands and natural areas. Education is a critical mechanism for changing behaviors and creating an environment where the public takes responsibility for managing plants in their homes and communities.  Invasive plant management, like litter control or fire proofing homes is an issue that can best be addressed by public education.

The development of a web-accessed, community education program on invasive plant management such as the successful FireWise campaign helps communities, agencies, and nongovernmental organizations manage their invasive plant problems by providing them with a standard set of educational materials. The standardized materials outline; the problem of invasive species, how homeowners and landowners can prevent introductions, manage their landscapes in the presence of introductions, and use native plants or non-invasive plants as an alternative.

Watch The Natural Areas Association PlantWise Presentation.