Invasive species and pests are not only a problem for wildlife, commercial and agricultural settings, they can have a devastating effect on your garden flowers and vegetables. At Purely Plants we use only non-chemical, biological controls and aim to educate our customers about the benefits of these methods to ensure the best perseveration of biodiversity in your garden.
Asian Hornets
- Does it look very black?
- Has it got a wide orange stripe on 4th segment of abdomen?
- Do its legs look as if they have been dipped in yellow paint?
Credit – British Beekeeping Association
Asian Hornets are a threat to native invertebrates and can cause injury to both people and animals, any sightings should be reported at: Non-native Alert – Asian Hornet
Giant Hogweed
Giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum) is a close relative of cow parsley originally from Southern Russia and Georgia. It can reach over 3m (10ft) in height. Although this striking plant can be attractive in certain situations, most gardeners will want to eradicate it, as it is potentially invasive and the sap can cause severe skin burns. It is widely distributed in the wild and poses a serious risk to people who are unaware of its potential for harm. (Credit RHS)
