INVASIVE SPECIES MANAGEMENT

Protecting Forest Health and Biodiversity

Non-native invasive plant species are one of the greatest threats to forest health in Connecticut and across New England. Invasive plants can outcompete native vegetation, simplify forest structure, and reduce habitat quality. All together making forests less resilient to disturbance and climate change.

Connwood Foresters, Inc. helps landowners identify, manage, and reduce invasive species impacts through targeted, thoughtful management that supports long-term forest health.

Our Approach

Effective invasive species management starts with understanding the site. Our services may include:

Identification and mapping of invasive plant populations
Evaluation of infestation severity and spread risk
Development of site-specific treatment recommendations
Integration of invasive control with broader forest management goals
In-House Mechanical Control

We focus on practical strategies that improve forest function while minimizing unnecessary disturbance.

Implementation

Connwood Foresters can provide mechanical invasive species treatment in-house, including brush saw, mowing, and other non-chemical control methods where appropriate. Mechanical treatments are often well-suited for sensitive sites, public lands, early infestations, and areas with water, trails, or high public use.

When mechanize or chemical treatment is appropriate, we work with trained and reputable contractors to ensure treatments are effective, targeted, and conducted responsibly. Treatments are selected to limit impacts to native vegetation, wildlife, water resources, and public use.

Invasive species control is most effective when paired with follow-up management and regeneration planning, helping native species re-establish and forests recover.

Common Invasive Plants in Connecticut & Southern New England

We regularly encounter and manage invasive species such as:

Japanese barberry
Asiatic bittersweet
Multiflora rose
Burning bush
Japanese knotweed
Norway maple
Tree-of-heaven
Glossy buckthorn
Autumn olive

Management strategies vary by species, site conditions, infestation size, and landowner goals.

Get Started

If invasive plants are affecting your forest’s health, Connwood Foresters can help you evaluate options and develop a management approach that fits your land and goals.

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