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Invasive Weed Identification & Management

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Students will be introduced to the topics of invasion biology and weed management and their related terminology. Approximately 60 invasive or weed species common throughout the northeast region of the United States will be presented, with a focus on woody species. Management techniques and management plans will also be discussed. Field walks will be given on NYBG grounds.

Required Text
Uva, Richard H., Joseph C. Neal, Joseph M. DiTomaso
Weeds of the Northeast
2nd Edition
Publisher: Cornell University Press
1997

Schedule:

Every week on Saturday, starting on 10/26/24 and ending on 11/23/24

Times:

11:00am-02:00pm EDT

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Instructor:

Ryan Torres Ryan Torres

Ryan Torres

Ryan Torres is a consultant and educator. A certified arborist and certified nursery and landscape professional, she is horticulturist for the Town of North Hempstead, NY.

Location:

NYBG, Watson Room 307
2900 Southern Blvd
Bronx, NY 10458

Session Number:

252HRT482

Price:

Price Member : $380.00
Non-Member : $425.00

Prerequisite(s):

Introduction to Plant Science

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