Tree of Heaven (Ailanthus altissima) on Aug 21, 2020
Submitter does not have a specimen EDRR Status: Local expert notified
Description of specimen
Tree of Heaven. Dozens of them.
Commentary
None
Remedy
Check out a really thorough guide regarding tree of heaven identification and control
OSU’s Solve Pest Problems:
https://solvepestproblems.oregonstate.edu/weeds/tree-of-heaven
The Portland metro-area Cooperative Weed Management Area also has some great best management practices for handling this weed
The 4 County CWMA:
https://4countycwma.org/assets/best-mgmt-practices/tree-of-heaven-bmp_final.pdf
this tree is spreading by the hundreds through my neighbor hood. Large land owning businesses are ignoring it. Home owners seem unaware. Specifically it is running along the precipace across the street from my house on Alberta Ave.
Expert Reviewer
Samuel Leininger Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District 4-County Cooperative Weed Management Area Columbia Gorge Cooperative Weed Management Area