Non-Native Invasive Removal Event- PRIVET PULL Feb 24th 9:00am-1:00pm, Craven County

Join the Central Coastal Plain Chapter of the NC Native Plant Society for a PRIVET PULL! Help remove this non-native invasive plant from a county park. A great way to enjoy the outdoors, meet new friends, get some exercise and perform a great service for the ecosystem! Invite your friends!

DATE: Saturday, February 24, 2024 (if raining, event will be cancelled)
LOCATION: Creekside Park, Craven County (at the end of the park’s main road, near Brice Creek – see link for map) https://cravencounty.recdesk.com/Community/Page?pageId=2167
ADDRESS: 1821 Old Airport Road, New Bern, NC 28562
TIME: 9:00am-1:00pm
RSVP: ccpncnps@gmail.com

We will target small privet seedlings that can be pulled up by hand. Garden/work gloves are suggested. If you have a small weed wrench (like a Puller Bear), feel free to bring it. Closed-toe sturdy shoes are recommended. Bring your own water and snack if you wish. Restroom on site.

Ligustrum sinense (Chinese privet) is a non-native invasive shrub that has been widely used in landscaping and continues to be sold in plant nurseries and big box stores. It was introduced to this country in 1852 as an ornamental. It is ranked as a severe threat invasive in NC. It chokes out native plants, forming a monoculture. It produces many seeds and also spreads by suckers creating thickets. Once established, it is very difficult to eradicate.

Hope to see you there!