Keep Pinellas Beautiful is partnering with Moccasin Lake Nature Park in Clearwater to remove the invasive Caesar Weed, Urena lobate.
Caesar Weed is an exotic invasive plant that is a prolific spreader. Removing Caesar Weed prevents the area from becoming a mono-culture dominated by a single type of plant. A diverse environment of native plants is important because they provide a food source and habitat for native insects, pollinators, and other wildlife.
We will be pulling up the Caesar Weed to get the root system and bagging it up. It is important to bag it up because the seeds fall easily and could lead to new growth if we were to just leave it on the ground.
This will be a fun event that will definitely have a “Before And After” impact. You will see the results of your work!
For more information on Caesar Weed, please visit https://plants.ifas.ufl.edu/plant-directory/urena-lobata/.
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WHEN: May 21, 2022, 8:00am - 11:00am
WHERE TO MEET: Moccasin Lake Nature Park. Please meet at the picnic shelter behind the Birds of Prey exhibit at 8 AM to sign in.
WHAT TO WEAR: Volunteers must wear closed toe shoes. Long sleeves and hats are recommended.
WHAT TO EXPECT: Gloves, sunscreen, bug repellent and water will be provided. Please bring your own reusable water bottle if you have one. For the safety of our staff and volunteers, we encourage masks at our events.
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**Please Note: No need to print a ticket to attend**
If you have any questions, please contact Evan Earle, Beautification Specialist, at beautification@kpbcares.org.
