That is extremely weird đđđ. I’m guessing because of the Lysmachia in the pot, but still you’d think that planter was going to poison your well water based on the sign đ€Ł
nyet-marionetka
They most have new legislation for labeling invasives. Probably the creeping jenny is the problem.
TheOptimisticHater
Probably not a sign installed by Loweâs. Probably a local environmental vigilante.
glendaleterrorist
Definitely an invasive plant. Can be poisonous to pets. Absolutely placed by a âvigilanteâ
Goes on in my sate as well.
man-a-tree
I mean, shouldn’t that sign be on the butterfly bush and burning bush instead?
DeviantAnthro
Virginia just passed a law like this too!
“Thanks to NVBA advocatesâ and many othersâ efforts, Virginia has a new law that requires, by January 1, 2027, retailers to conspicuously post âin proximity to each invasive plant displayâ signs indicating that a plant is invasive and âencouraging consumers to ask about alternatives.âÂ
I bet our big box stores are about to go buckwild with Nativars.
palufun
Kudos to your state of Delaware! A lot of states are ignoring the risks of planting invasives and donât require any signs indicating the risks. Letâs hope more states get onboard with pointing these issue out!
weasel999
Why the heck sell it then?? Ugh
Catholic-Kevin
Not bad but why is it under heucheras?
Chikadee_lilacX0
Why do they allow invasive plants at the store?! It still blows my mind
10_17my20
Wow this is wild to finally see, even though it’s just the watchlist plant. I was involved with the native species commission when they were working on getting this law on the books, yet have failed to see any actual action on banned invasives. Go to any nursery in DE and you’ll walk out seeing no less than half a dozen illegal (banned) plants. Baby steps?
Trini1113
I tried to plant Heuchera, and it died. There used to be creeping jenny when we moved here, but it seems to have all died. Now if I could only use those superpowers on the English ivy.
crystaldiggindan
Just put the sign at the entrance to that garden center and label the couple that arenât
hannafrie
Is this for real, or is this someone’s useful prank?
Hmmmmm.
Dapper-Tomatillo-875
Don’t plant invasive species. This helps with the education about that
anandonaqui
If the big box stores near you are anything like the ones near me, itâs impossible to find anyone to ask anything, and if you miraculously do find someone, they will not know of any alternatives.
Neuroware
they walk now??
LonelySwim6501
Wouldnt all of these plants die in the winter? I know in warmer climates they could come back as perennials, but I doubt thatâs the case in Delaware. Still a cool initiative.
HighColdDesert
It would be better if the sign names the invasive plant. Otherwise it’s unclear.
cutupfruit
I’m so glad they’re labeling the invasives but I’d rather they say to not plant it in the ground at all, some plants should stay container plants.
Flashy-Fall2716
Glad to see this happening. I’m in Ontario where we have a couple of small organizations trying to accomplish changes in plant labeling and restrictions on bringing invasive plants into the country. Perhaps with the USA starting the trend Canada will follow.
Grouchy_Ad_3705
Would it be bad if I yank the creeping Jenny out of those pots
therobotisjames
How bout we donât sell plants that endanger our environment?
Mittenwald
So weird. Why sell a plant you now are discouraged to sell. Just sell the alternative?
Novelty_Lamp
I’m all for harm reduction, but can’t they just ban invasives from being sold? Oh right rich business class wouldn’t like that.
These signs are a step in the right direction but it’s not enough imo.
Naive_Labrat
LET DO THIS SIGN FOR ALL NON NATIVES THAT GROW FAST
Infamous_Koala_3737
Nice.Â
gottagrablunch
Most of those look like annuals – why put CJ in there?
SixLeg5
Win! Gov Youngkin in VA just signed a labeling law for invasive plants still being sold in nurseries. English ivy and vinca still popular, why cuz they are cheap and grow gangbusters. Nursery/developer/landscaper industry wasnât gonna police itself with $$ involved. Get the word out on natives and scale them up for sale – i buy from Izel who sell amazing plug flats with free shipping. Mid Atlantic flora specifically
mixedtickles
Maaan Iove this. Can we get this in Georgia for all the English ivy at home Depot!?
seyheystretch
Could it be because theyâve been treated with neonicotinoids?
PersephoneInSpace
Thatâs a great idea! My dad sold flowers for decades up until the late 90s and he still feels awful about selling so many Russian Olives back when they were considered useful.
Psych_nature_dude
Hell yes
Tumorhead
LOVE THIS
ProperPropGod
NEED MORE OF THIS EVERYWHERE PLEASE.
BarkusAurelius83
I could look it up. But I’m guessing it’s either invasive type plants that spread wildly..or perhaps something toxic to cats and dogs
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That is extremely weird đđđ. I’m guessing because of the Lysmachia in the pot, but still you’d think that planter was going to poison your well water based on the sign đ€Ł
They most have new legislation for labeling invasives. Probably the creeping jenny is the problem.
Probably not a sign installed by Loweâs. Probably a local environmental vigilante.
Definitely an invasive plant. Can be poisonous to pets. Absolutely placed by a âvigilanteâ
Goes on in my sate as well.
I mean, shouldn’t that sign be on the butterfly bush and burning bush instead?
Virginia just passed a law like this too!
“Thanks to NVBA advocatesâ and many othersâ efforts, Virginia has a new law that requires, by January 1, 2027, retailers to conspicuously post âin proximity to each invasive plant displayâ signs indicating that a plant is invasive and âencouraging consumers to ask about alternatives.âÂ
I bet our big box stores are about to go buckwild with Nativars.
Kudos to your state of Delaware! A lot of states are ignoring the risks of planting invasives and donât require any signs indicating the risks. Letâs hope more states get onboard with pointing these issue out!
Why the heck sell it then?? Ugh
Not bad but why is it under heucheras?
Why do they allow invasive plants at the store?! It still blows my mind
Wow this is wild to finally see, even though it’s just the watchlist plant. I was involved with the native species commission when they were working on getting this law on the books, yet have failed to see any actual action on banned invasives. Go to any nursery in DE and you’ll walk out seeing no less than half a dozen illegal (banned) plants. Baby steps?
I tried to plant Heuchera, and it died. There used to be creeping jenny when we moved here, but it seems to have all died. Now if I could only use those superpowers on the English ivy.
Just put the sign at the entrance to that garden center and label the couple that arenât
Is this for real, or is this someone’s useful prank?
Hmmmmm.
Don’t plant invasive species. This helps with the education about that
If the big box stores near you are anything like the ones near me, itâs impossible to find anyone to ask anything, and if you miraculously do find someone, they will not know of any alternatives.
they walk now??
Wouldnt all of these plants die in the winter? I know in warmer climates they could come back as perennials, but I doubt thatâs the case in Delaware. Still a cool initiative.
It would be better if the sign names the invasive plant. Otherwise it’s unclear.
I’m so glad they’re labeling the invasives but I’d rather they say to not plant it in the ground at all, some plants should stay container plants.
Glad to see this happening. I’m in Ontario where we have a couple of small organizations trying to accomplish changes in plant labeling and restrictions on bringing invasive plants into the country. Perhaps with the USA starting the trend Canada will follow.
Would it be bad if I yank the creeping Jenny out of those pots
How bout we donât sell plants that endanger our environment?
So weird. Why sell a plant you now are discouraged to sell. Just sell the alternative?
I’m all for harm reduction, but can’t they just ban invasives from being sold? Oh right rich business class wouldn’t like that.
These signs are a step in the right direction but it’s not enough imo.
LET DO THIS SIGN FOR ALL NON NATIVES THAT GROW FAST
Nice.Â
Most of those look like annuals – why put CJ in there?
Win! Gov Youngkin in VA just signed a labeling law for invasive plants still being sold in nurseries. English ivy and vinca still popular, why cuz they are cheap and grow gangbusters. Nursery/developer/landscaper industry wasnât gonna police itself with $$ involved. Get the word out on natives and scale them up for sale – i buy from Izel who sell amazing plug flats with free shipping. Mid Atlantic flora specifically
Maaan Iove this. Can we get this in Georgia for all the English ivy at home Depot!?
Could it be because theyâve been treated with neonicotinoids?
Thatâs a great idea! My dad sold flowers for decades up until the late 90s and he still feels awful about selling so many Russian Olives back when they were considered useful.
Hell yes
LOVE THIS
NEED MORE OF THIS EVERYWHERE PLEASE.
I could look it up. But I’m guessing it’s either invasive type plants that spread wildly..or perhaps something toxic to cats and dogs