Land Plants - invasive

Scots Broom (Cytisus scoparius) on May 2, 2013

Originally reported as Gorse (Ulex europaeus)

Submitter does not have a specimen
EDRR Status: Local expert notified

Description of specimen

There are numerous (over 100) large, mature gorse plants along about a 1/4 mile area.

Commentary

None

Remedy

Information on broom control from King County, WA

Resources

Want to join forces with your community to fight invasives? There are lots of people involved in this effort already! The links below can connect you with opportunities:
Western Invasives Network
Association of Conservation Districts
SOLV
The Nature Conservancy of Oregon

Location

The property directly in front of ours has a big gorse infestation and they probably need some help managing it. Our address is 24150 S. Highland Crest Dr., Beavercreek, OR 97004.

Expert Reviewer

Samuel Leininger
Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District
4-County Cooperative Weed Management Area
Columbia Gorge Cooperative Weed Management Area

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