Problem Plants of Ohio

"This book fills a long-standing gap in midwest botanical publications and will become the go-to resource for information on invasive, weedy, or just plain troublesome plants in Ohio. It provides clear, detailed information for anyone concerned about problem plants, from horticulturalists to environmentalists to backyard gardeners. The introductory sections include an excellent review of invasion ecology, a forward-thinking discussion of the impacts of climate change, and an overview of basic control techniques. Divided into color-coded sections of major plant types, it provides helpful drawings, photos, county distribution maps, and technical descriptions for 148 plants and suggests native alternatives for garden escapes. This book is guaranteed a place on the bookshelves of academics and natural resource managers. Plant lovers in Ohio will love this book."—Helen Michaels, professor of biological sciences, Bowling Green State University

"This book will be a welcome addition to libraries for gardeners, land managers, researchers, and others learning about plants in Ohio. It provides useful information about plants that may be problematic in gardens and natural areas, which complements the work of the Ohio Invasive Plants Council."—Jennifer Windus, president, Ohio Invasive Plants Council

"One of the goals of the Native Plant Society of Northeastern Ohio is to promote native landscaping. Problem Plants of Ohio shows how invasive species are presented, including distribution maps, identification techniques with corresponding photographs, and control recommendations along with native alternatives."—Judy Barnhart, president, Native Plant Society of Northeastern Ohio