Instead of allowing this invasive species to take over, or disposing of it improperly, we will be pulling it correctly, using compostable packaging, providing recipes for people to use it in cooking, and allowing the CVC to properly dispose of any extra. 

This invasive plant is no stranger to Ontario gardens, and while it used to be planted as an edible herb, gardeners are quickly realizing the potential negative implications. Some of these impacts include: Outcompeting native species including species at risk (e.g. American ginseng, drooping trillium) provided by the invasive species centre.