Habitat Rehabilitation

Habitat rehabilitation works to restore the native ecosystem through removal of invasive species and re-introduction of native plants. An invasive species is an organism that is not native to an ecosystem, reproduces quickly, spreads aggressively, and causes harm.

This program is currently focusing on a plot of city-owned property in Smyrna, near a local streambed. Volunteers thin out and remove invasive plants, remove trash, and plant native trees.

Additional Details

• Removing invasive plants makes a natural area more hospitable for native plants.
• Native plants support local wildlife, stabilize soil, and preserve biodiversity. This helps protect the local ecosystem.
• Common invasive species include English ivy, Chinese privet, kudzu, Persian silk tree (mimosa), and Chinese & Japanese wisteria.