The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources has announced that as of January 1st, 2006, it will begin to prohibit the sale and importation of 140 species of plants and bushes that it has identified as being "invasive" or "noxious."Among the outlawed flora is the ubiquitous "Burning Bush" (Euonymus alata), a source of dramatic fall color in many local gardens (including mine!). It can be sold until July 1, 2006, so if you have been thinking of adding this fiery feature to your landscape, do it this spring, while you can still find specimens in local nurseries.
And don't worry, the state has no intention of forming local posses to remove the banned plants, trees, and shrubs that are ensconced on private property!
Other common species targeted by the ban include purple loosestrife, the Norway Maple, and the orangey Oriental bittersweet, which is much sought after for autumn decorative flourishes.
The complete Massachusetts Prohibited Plant List can be found here.
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