Managing Invasives in a Home Garden

Non-native invasive plants, like multiflora rose and Asiatic bittersweet, damage our environment by invading natural areas and outcompeting native plants. Join instructor Leah Brooks as she discusses how to properly remove and manage common invasive species that pop-up in home gardens. This workshop includes a lecture as well as a guided outdoor component. Wear comfortable clothes, sturdy shoes and bring your garden gloves. 🥬Create an action plan for your space, including the recommended order in which to remove invasive species to save you time and effort. 🥬Venture into the grounds of Mt. Cuba Center to identify and become familiar with common invasive species 🥬Gain hands-on experience with the tools and techniques of invasive removal This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Thursday, September 24, 2026. 🥬 Certificate of Attendance for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) available 🥬 New class About the Instructor: Leah Brooks is the Marketing Coordinator at Mt. Cuba. She has dual bachelor’s degrees from the University of Delaware in Environmental Science and Wildlife Ecology. She is a Delaware Master Naturalist and Vice Chair of the Delaware Invasive Species Council. She’s an avid contributor to the Delaware Native Plant Identification and Exchange group on Facebook. Her passion is sharing the joy of nature and native gardening with others. REGISTER NOW: General Public Individual+ & Dual+ Members Supporter, Advocate & Conservator Members