The Economic Times

Connecticut began clearing an invasive reed from Highstead Pond in 2012; 98% was killed, and by 2017 native plant richness around the pond had increased 39%

Highstead Preserve embarked on an ambitious multi-year project aimed at controlling the invasive common reed to foster the growth of native species. Initiated in 2012, it spanned until 2017, showcasing impressive outcomes, including a staggering 98 per cent reduction in Phragmites and enhanced biodiversity. Employing diverse herbicide techniques, the hand-wiping method emerged as the most efficient.