Invasive Species

Invasive species are found in almost any yard in St. Louis Park, ranging from jumping worms, buckthorn, garlic mustard, Japanese beetle and many others. By knowing what invasive species you may have in your yard and how to control them, you can help us limit their spread throughout our neighborhoods, city and state.

Invasive species found in St. Louis Park

Below are some invasive species that have been found in St. Louis Park yards:

  • Buckthorn
  • Garlic mustard
  • Any Earth worm (jumping worms, nightcrawlers, angle worms)
  • Reed canary grass
  • Dutch elm disease
  • Emerald ash borer
  • Oak wilt disease
  • Brown marmorated stink bug
  • Japanese knotweed
  • Canada thistle
  • Leafy spurge
  • Japanese beetle

How to manage and control invasive species

For ways to control and manage invasive species, view the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resource's website.

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