by Marsha Gebhardt
President, Wild Ones St. Louis Chapter
There is still time to participate in the annual fall Honeysuckle Sweep events! Many Wild Ones members and subscribers appreciate the issues that the invasive bush honeysuckle present and choose to work toward eradicating it during organized spring and fall events.
For details about the various opportunities around the St. Louis region (November 9, 15 and 16) go to the BiodiverseCity St. Louis website.
In an effort to energize the greater St. Louis region around improving habitat for our native plants and animals, area conservation organizations join together to spotlight invasive bush honeysuckle and the need to remove it so that large swaths of land can become productive areas for native habitat, recreation and enjoyment. To that end, organizations will host public events and volunteer removal days during Honeysuckle Sweep Month.
- All events are volunteer honeysuckle removal unless otherwise noted.
- Registration is often requested—check each description.
- Please bring sturdy shoes, water bottle and gloves (if you have them).
- Each organization will have additional information on hand to help ensure the safety of participants.
While on the page, check out these resources:
Bush Honeysuckle History, Removal, Control, Alternatives and MORE:
Missouri Botanical Garden’s Homeowner Guide to Invasive Bush Honeysuckle
Root-docking Tutorial for Bush Honeysuckle Removal:
Watch video
Invasive Species General Information:
Missouri Botanical Garden’s Invasive Species Information Pages
