Broombusters in Sooke

07/19/2026

🌱 A closer look at Scotch broom seeds!
The summer heat is here—and Scotch broom seed pods are drying out and bursting open, scattering their seeds into the surrounding area.

A mature Scotch broom plant can produce thousands of seeds, with mature plants up to 18,000 seeds from a single plant. Even more concerning, those seeds can remain viable in the soil for decades—BC sources report 30 years or longer, with some estimates reaching 60+ years.

That's why timing matters. Cutting broom in bloom, before the seed pods develop, helps prevent thousands of new seeds from being added to the soil. Once summer arrives and the pods mature, they dry and split open, dispersing the seeds.
These photos give you a close-up look at what those mature pods and seeds actually look like. 👀

Every broom plant prevented from going to seed can make a difference in slowing the spread of this invasive species. Learn more at Broombusters.org

04/02/2026

🔥 Did you know invasive plants can increase wildfire risk?

Species like Scotch broom don’t just spread fast—they create highly flammable fuel that can burn hotter and faster, increasing the severity of wildfires.

Even after a fire, invasive plants are often the first to return—outcompeting native species and setting the stage for future fires 🔥

By Lisa Houle | June 11, 2024 In a recent announcement by the B.C. Government, the Ministry of Forests is investing $15 million in 2024 to protect water, water infrastructure…

03/09/2026

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Today on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible women who help lead the fight against invasive species. 🌿💪

From volunteer broom-busting crews and organizers to educators and community advocates, women play a vital role in protecting our local ecosystems and restoring native habitats.

Your dedication, teamwork, and passion for the environment are making a real difference across our landscapes.

Thank you to all the amazing women of Broombusters — today we celebrate you!

02/28/2026

"A volunteer team will work from March 1 to April 15..."

02/23/2026

20 years of Broombusters!

02/06/2026

Yes, Ladysmith! 👏

20 Years of Impact | Community Walkways

Trails and walkways connect communities — and keeping them healthy takes care and commitment.

In 2025 in Ladysmith, Broombusters focused on removing invasive species along well-used routes, helping protect both accessibility and biodiversity.

01/30/2026

20 Years of Impact | Urban Parks
Even in busy urban areas, restoration matters.
Broombusters have continued work in Coquitlam’s parks and trails in 2025, tackling invasive species that threaten native ecosystems and wildlife habitat.

20 Years of Impact | Urban Parks

Even in busy urban areas, restoration matters.

Broombusters have continued work in Coquitlam’s parks and trails, tackling invasive species that threaten native ecosystems and wildlife habitat.

Broombusters in Coquitlam

01/25/2026

20 Years of Impact | Public Spaces 🌳🌿 "Broombusters were proud to support restoration efforts at North Island College in Port Alberni in May 2025.
Healthy campuses start with healthy ecosystems — and removing invasive species helps native plants reclaim space where students learn and gather."

01/16/2026

For 20 years, Broombusters have been showing up where it matters — restoring 🌿 ecosystems, protecting 🚶‍♀️ trails, and supporting communities across BC. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing some of the places where Broombusters made a difference in 2025.

From rail corridors to school grounds, public spaces to community trails — this is what long-term stewardship looks like. 🌱

Learn more about us at www.broombusters.org