Invasives
Common Reed (Phragmites australis)
Common reed, or Phragmites, is a tall, perennial grass that can grow to over 15 feet in height. In North America, both native Phragmites (Phragmites australis ssp. americanus Saltonstall, P.M. Peterson & Soreng) and introduced subspecies are found. Introduced Phragmites forms dense stands which include both live stems and standing…
Japanese Stiltgrass (Microstegium vimineum)
Overview: Shade tolerant annual grass. Size: 3 feet tall but the arching stems make it appear shorter. Leaves: 3 inch lance-shaped leaves are limy-green and taper at both ends. The upper surface has a silvery, translucent stripe along the midrib. Stem/Bark: Stems are stiff. Green then by mid-fall, the stems…