Floyd County Native Habitat Restoration Team

02/04/2026

There is still time to sign up!

Free Invasive Species Training – Seats Still Available!

Want to learn how to identify and control invasive plants? Join us April 30th for the Southeast Invasive Species Training hosted by the Indiana Invasives Initiative in Greenville, Indiana.

🌿 Plant ID training
🌿 Management demonstration
🌿 Q&A with local experts
🌿 Take home resources

This training is great for landowners, volunteers, and anyone who cares about protecting Indiana’s natural areas.

Spots are still open! Register today and bring a friend!
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/iZSYXsVyochkf4Qu6

31/03/2026

Looking for something that will fill gaps in your landscaping and grow fast? There is a native for that!

One of the most common landscaping questions we hear is: “What native plants grow quickly and fill space?” The good news is there are plenty of native options that establish quickly while still supporting wildlife and pollinators.

Here are a few fast-growing natives featured in this graphic:

Acer rubrum (Red Maple) – A fast-growing native shade tree that can quickly add canopy and structure to a landscape with beautiful fall color.

Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot) – Spreads into patches and produces beautiful summer blooms loved by bees and butterflies.

Coreopsis lanceolata (Lanceleaf Coreopsis) – A hardy, cheerful wildflower that fills in sunny flower beds with bright yellow blooms.

Campsis radicans (Trumpet Creeper) – A vigorous native vine that quickly covers fences or trellises and attracts hummingbirds.

Physocarpus opulifolius (Ninebark) – A tough native shrub that grows quickly and adds texture, flowers, and habitat.

Planting fast-growing natives helps fill bare spots, reduce w**ds, and support local wildlife at the same time.

For more native recommendations please visit indiananativeplants.org

25/03/2026

Mark your calendars for this local w**d wrangle at the Falls of the Ohio!

23/03/2026

Happy First Day of Spring!

We did it. We made it through another winter and one of the first signs that winter is finally loosening its grip in Indiana is the arrival of our native spring ephemerals. Spring ephemerals are native wildflowers that emerge, bloom, and complete most of their life cycle before the forest canopy fills in with leaves. These early bloomers take advantage of the sunlight hitting the forest floor and are some of the first food sources available for emerging native bees and other pollinators.

Keep an eye out for these incredible early spring natives:

Prairie Trillium – A striking trillium with mottled leaves and deep maroon flowers.
Spring Beauty – Delicate pink or white striped flowers that can carpet the forest floor.
Yellow Trout Lily – Named for its speckled leaves that resemble a trout’s pattern.
Virginia Bluebells – Clusters of soft blue, bell-shaped blooms loved by pollinators.
Sharp‑lobed Hepatica – One of the earliest flowers to bloom, sometimes even before the last frost.

These plants may be small, but they play a huge role in kick-starting spring ecosystems, providing nectar and pollen when very little else is blooming.

So if you’re out enjoying the warmer weather, take a moment to look down, you might spot some of Indiana’s most magical native wildflowers.

For more information on native plants please visit https://indiananativeplants.org/

23/03/2026

Big Thanks to the volunteers who came out Saturday to help remove honeysuckle, multi-flora rose, and grapevine at Hammersmith Park.

20/03/2026

Don't forget about our W**d Wrangle tomorrow!

🌿 Honeysuckle W**d Wrangle 🌿

Join us on March 21st at 9 AM at Kevin Hammersmith Memorial Park to help remove invasive honeysuckle and protect our native habitat! We will remove invasive honeysuckle that crowds out native plants, reduce biodiversity, and harm local wildlife. Every helping hand makes a difference!

📍 Meet: South side of the playground (start of the Book Walk)
🧤 Please Bring: Water, gloves, pruners, loppers, and other tools

13/03/2026

🌿 Honeysuckle W**d Wrangle 🌿

Join us on March 21st at 9 AM at Kevin Hammersmith Memorial Park to help remove invasive honeysuckle and protect our native habitat! We will remove invasive honeysuckle that crowds out native plants, reduce biodiversity, and harm local wildlife. Every helping hand makes a difference!

📍 Meet: South side of the playground (start of the Book Walk)
🧤 Please Bring: Water, gloves, pruners, loppers, and other tools

12/03/2026

If anyone wants to help out at any of these W**d Wrangles in neighboring Clark County, mark you calendar!

Check out our 2026 W**d Wrangle Series!!

Stay tuned for more!

Clark County Harmful Invasives Removal Project
Scott County Teaching Residents About Invasives & Natives
Floyd County Native Habitat Restoration Team

05/03/2026

It's time to start keeping an eye out for this wide-spread invasive!

It’s that time of year again...time to pull garlic mustard!

Garlic mustard is an aggressive invasive that can quickly spread and crowd out natives if left unchecked. One plant can produce thousands of seeds that stay viable in the soil for years, so early spring is the perfect window to hand-pull before it sets seed and help protect Indiana native habitats.

Want more detailed tips and the full article? Check it out here:
👉 https://secondwavemedia.com/pulling-garlic-mustard-will-help-control-the-invasive-w**d-at-land-conservancy-nature-pr-052220/

Every plant you pull helps give native spring blooms a chance to thrive!

02/03/2026

Here is a regional training right here in Floyd County!
Don't wait to sign up for this opportunity! Register today!

Get ready for a fun, hands-on day of learning!

We’re excited to invite you to the 2026 Southeast Invasive Species Training on April 30th.

You’ll learn how to spot invasive species like a pro, discover effective control techniques, and enjoy interactive games, prizes, and plenty of chances to connect with others who care about protecting our natural spaces. It’s educational, engaging, and guaranteed to be a great time, and did we mention it’s completely free?

Don’t wait. Reserve your spot now before it’s full:
https://forms.gle/FBVMxXQiF3usKoKZ9

02/11/2025

BIG Thanks to everyone who came out to help us tackle the invasive bamboo growing in one of our county park properties. This group was also recognized with the W**d Wranglers award from SICIM for all of our hard work in 2024!!

20/10/2025

On Saturday some of our members went out to Kevin Hammersmith Park and worked on removing some of the invasive plants that were competing with the native plants for light, water, and space. Floyd County Parks and Recreation Floyd County Soil and Water Conservation DistrictPurdue Extension Floyd County