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Article: City of Ludington Surveys for Knotweed, Tree of Heaven, and Invasive bittersweet: posted Nov 4, 2024

2024 City of Ludington Invasive Species Inventory:
Total number of parcels with specified infestations: 753 (many of which contain multiple species)

Invasive Knotweed - 24 parcels
(Fallopia japonica) (Reynoutria sachalinensis) (Reynoutria x bohemica)

​Tree of Heaven - 470 parcels
(Ailanthus altissima)​

Invasive Bittersweet - 511 parcels
​(Celastrus orbiculatus)
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Considering managing Invasive Knotweed, Invasive Bittersweet, or Tree of Heaven on your property? Please be aware that pruning/pulling can invigorate growth. Familiarize yourself with effective control methods and safety before proceeding with management: you can view NCCISMA's step by step control and safety videos by clicking the button below.


​Ludington Maps: Invasive Bittersweet


​Ludington Maps: Tree of Heaven


​​Ludington Maps: Knotweed

NCCISMA 2024 City of Ludington Survey Report and Future Management Plan:

More information will be released throughout the winter of 2024/25 to assist residents with identification and removal of invasive species.