Bloomington’s forests are getting a major boost as locals rally to push back against invasive plants like garlic mustard and Callery pear. These aggressive species have been crowding out native plants, which means fewer homes and food sources for our local birds and pollinators. MC-IRIS and a growing team of “weed wranglers” are stepping up, organizing hands-on events and even offering free yard surveys and tool kits to help residents tackle invasives at home. Plus, if you remove an invasive tree, you could get a free native replacement or up to $400 toward removal costs. How do you feel about swapping out invasives for natives in your own yard? #Science #Bloomington #NativePlants