Did you know a mature Scotch broom plant produces in excess of 10,000 seeds that can be ejected as far as 20 feet?! Stewards spent last week clearing the golden invader from fragile areas of Turtleback Mountain Preserve on Orcas Island, freeing up more resources for natives to take hold.
Learn more about Broom Control, and other noxious weeds by visiting our partners at WSU Extension Noxious Weed Program.