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What are Invasive Plants? | Mile-a-Minute Vine

Mile-a-Minute Vine

Persicaria perfoliata

Mile-a-Minute is an annual vine that can grow six inches per day, smothering other vegetation. Seed persists in soil for six years. Seeds are dispersed by birds, mammals and water.

How to Control
Hand pull plants and roots before fruiting in August. Repeated mowing or weed-whacking will reduce the plants reserves and prevent or decrease flowering. Weevils are effective for bio-control.
Mile-a-minute Vine Infestation
Mile-a-minute Vine Fruit(s)

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The Newtown Conservation Commission is dedicated to the acquisition, preservation and protection of 2,000 acres of town-owned open space. In addition, the Commission is actively working to encourage healthy habitats and increase the diversity of our native wildlife and vegetation.

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