Invasive Plants

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Invasive Plants

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Jun 14, 2022

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Bob is joined by our very own plant guru Greg to talk about invasive species. Greg brings along his right hand man Drew to explain why invasive plants have such a negative impact. Our sources for this episode include: Study by Audubon that Drew refers to: Nandina Berries Kill Birds

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Jun 14, 2022

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