Callery Pear - A Bad, Bad Plant With Pretty Flowers Callery pear blooms in mid-April and is found in landscaping all over Monroe County.
Callery pear - often known by its cultivar names, like Bradford, Aristocrat, Cleveland Select, and Chanticleer - has invaded thousands of acres of forest in northern Martin County. Find out more about this infestation, and how this may be a view of what is to come for Monroe County.
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MC-IRIS Mission StatementMonroe County's Identify and Reduce Invasive Species is a coalition of Monroe County citizens aimed at reducing the environmental and economic impact of invasive species in our county through education and action.
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Welcome to MC-IRIS!Invasive species are one of the greatest threats to Monroe County's forests and wetlands. MC-IRIS works with landowners, educators, researchers, and agencies all over the county to protect our diverse natural areas from Invasive species. Join us at our meetings, work days, or educational events to be part of the solution!
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Sustaining Nature and Your Land Day (SNAYL Day) a Big Success!Our second annual SNAYL Day was held June 1 at The Warehouse, 1525 S. Rogers St., Bloomington, Indiana. Over 100 attendees learned about the identification and control of invasive plants as well as native landscaping, living in harmony with wildlife, and many other topics.
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Apply For a Free Invasive Plant Survey of Your LandNot sure if you have invasive plants on your land? Or what to do about them if you do? Learn more here about how to apply for a free invasive plant survey of your land.
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