Willott Iris Garden Bloom Season

Many of our treasured parks and greenspaces are under threat from invasive plants. Across the National Park Service (NPS) lands, invasive species now affect more than 1.4 million acres, creating a serious and growing challenge. The Cleveland Metroparks notes that  visitors in South Euclid and Greater Cleveland can see this struggle firsthand. The organization actively works to control invasive species such as garlic mustard, buckthorn, and invasive trees that threaten native biodiversity. Please help the cause by not planting invasive species in your yards and gardens.

Ohio native plants that are eco and pollinator friendly include Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa), Wild Geranium (Geranium maculatum), and  Wild Bergamot / Bee Balm (Monarda fistulosa). Learn more here.