New Additions to State Prohibited Plant
Three new plants have been added to the Invasisive ArMI project following their addition to the MA state prohibited plants list. https://www.mass.gov/service-details/massachusetts-prohibited-plant-list
- Scotch Broom (Cytisus scoparius)
- Weeping Lovegrass (Eragrostis curvulam or Eragrostis on iNaturalist
- Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii)
The state has announced a phase-out period for these newly listed prohibited species. As of December 31, 2022, plant nurseries and growers can no longer receive or begin propagation of these three plants.
Existing stock received or propagated before this date may be sold according to the following schedule:
Eragrostis curvula (Weeping Lovegrass): No sales permitted after 12/31/2023
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch broom): No sales permitted after 12/31/2024
Pinus thunbergii (Japanese Black Pine): No sales permitted after 12/31/2025
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