Without these efforts, California’s wildfire crisis will only intensify, fueled by plants never meant to be here in the first place. You Might Also Like … In your inbox: Get Plaintext ...

California is no exception. In fact, its varied terrain and climate make the state vulnerable to invasive species. From the Pacific coast to the plains of Death Valley, many non-native plants can ...

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The invasive grasses overcrowd and prevent sunlight from hitting any slow-growing native plants. Once the summer hits, the grasses dry out, creating more pollen and increasing fire risks, said Black.

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These conditions make California the ideal place for invasive species to thrive. It’s important to at least not contribute to the problem, and there are several things you can do.

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Knotweed, an invasive herb, and bittersweet vine, a plant that weighs down branches and in worst-case scenarios uproots the tree, are among the smorgasbord of plants goats will consume.

Knotweed, an invasive herb, and bittersweet vine, a plant that weighs down branches and in worst-case scenarios uproots the tree, are among the smorgasbord of plants goats will consume.

Knotweed, an invasive herb, and bittersweet vine, a plant that weighs down branches and in worst-case scenarios uproots the tree, are among the smorgasbord of plants goats will consume.