Invasives

Question 1

Define INNS.

Answer 1

An invasive non-native species is a non-native plant or animal that has the ability to spread causing damage to the environment, the economy, our health or the way we live.

Question 2

State 4 problems of INNS’.

Answer 2

Outcompeting native species by changing the habitat or crowding slower growing species.
Change a habitat abiotically, by impeding water flow causing flooding, or locking away nutrients.
Complacency to danger, many take decades to become invasive.
Expensive to eradicate.

Question 3

Describe the role of horticulture in the introduction of INNS.

Answer 3

There is a correlation between invasives and botanical gardens.
RHS awarded plants historically become invasive.
Their hardiness and vigorous growth appeal to gardeners.

Question 4

State some procedures to reduce the spread of invasives.

Answer 4

Proper disposal,
Know what you're growing,
Take advice on controlling invasives,
Study legislation,
Beware of pests in the soil.