Topic: Research News
Researchers from the University of Minnesota found that planting native grasses and wildflowers soon after removing buckthorn can significantly reduce its return. They tested this method by comparing forests where herbicide was applied immediately to those where it was delayed.
Scientists at the University of Minnesota have discovered a way to keep invasive buckthorn from coming back in Minnesota's forests. Buckthorn is a very aggressive plant that can easily grow back after being removed, making it hard to control.
The researchers compared two methods: applying herbicide immediately after removing buckthorn and waiting a few years before applying the herbicide. They found that planting native grasses and wildflowers soon after removing buckthorn was more effective than waiting until fall or winter, when most buckthorn management typically occurs.
Lead author Andrew Kaul said,
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Researchers from the University of Minnesota found that planting native grasses and wildflowers soon after removing buckthorn can significantly reduce its return. They tested this method by comparing forests where herbicide was applied immediately to those where it was delayed.
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