You may be wondering why "healthy hedges"? Invasive species pose the threat of wiping out entire native species and forests. It is critical now, more than ever to take action. The best thing you can do is remove these species from your own backyard and replant a healthy hedge.
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Resources:
Chicago RTI Healthy Hedges Initiative http://chicagorti.org/HealthyHedges
University of Illinois Extension's Vegetation Management Guideline: Bush Honeysuckles
Illinois Forestry Association's Invasive Species Identification http://illinoisisam.blogspot.com/2012/12/identification-and-control-of-woody.html